Sound recordings and recorded video tapes for use by it in the program authorized by the United States Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948 (22 U.S.C. 1431-1479)
Articles for the Department of State: > Sound recordings and recorded video tapes for use by it in the program authorized by the United States Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948 (22 U.S.C. 1431-1479)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Products classified under HTS 9808.00.20.00
Educational English Language Audio CDs
Compact discs containing audio lessons for English language instruction, produced for distribution through U.S. diplomatic channels. These recordings fall under HTS 9808.00.2000 as they are specifically imported by the Department of State for use in public diplomacy programs authorized by the U.S. Information and Educational Exchange Act of 1948.
American History Documentary DVDs
DVDs featuring documentary films on U.S. history and democratic institutions for cultural exchange programs. Classified under 9808.00.2000 because they are imported by the State Department specifically for educational outreach under the 1948 Exchange Act.
Public Diplomacy Audio Podcasts USB Drives
USB flash drives pre-loaded with podcast series on U.S. foreign policy and values. These qualify for 9808.00.2000 as sound recordings imported by the State Department for authorized information exchange programs.
Cultural Exchange Music Compilation CDs
CD collections showcasing American jazz, folk, and classical music for cultural diplomacy events. Imported under HTS 9808.00.2000 for State Department use in programs authorized by the 1948 Exchange Act.
Voice of America Radio Program Recordings
Digital audio files of VOA broadcasts on democracy and human rights, provided on optical discs. These recordings are classified under 9808.00.2000 for State Department public diplomacy under the Exchange Act.
Educational Video Training Tapes for Diplomats
VHS and digital video recordings used in diplomatic training programs worldwide. Imported by State Department under HTS 9808.00.2000 for authorized educational exchange activities.
U.S. Constitution Audio Narration DVDs
DVDs combining video explanations and audio readings of the U.S. Constitution for civics education abroad. Qualifies for 9808.00.2000 as State Department imports for Exchange Act programs.
American Literature Audio Book Collections
CD sets featuring unabridged readings of works by Mark Twain, Emily Dickinson, and other American authors. Imported under 9808.00.2000 for State Department literary exchange programs.
Democracy Training Video Series
Multi-disc DVD sets for training programs on democratic governance and elections. Classified as 9808.00.2000 State Department imports for authorized public diplomacy initiatives.
U.S. Innovation Audio Documentary USBs
USB drives containing audio documentaries on American technological achievements. For State Department STEAM outreach under HTS 9808.00.2000 Exchange Act provisions.
Human Rights Video Testimonies Collection
Curated DVD collection of personal testimonies and educational videos on universal human rights. Imported by State Department under 9808.00.2000 for Exchange Act programs.
Entrepreneurship Audio Training Series
CD series teaching business startup strategies and free enterprise principles. For State Department economic empowerment programs under HTS 9808.00.2000.
Environmental Policy Video Briefings
DVD briefings on U.S. climate policy and conservation efforts for embassy outreach. Classified under 9808.00.2000 for State Department environmental diplomacy.
Public Health Audio Messages USB Collection
USB collections with audio messages on vaccination and disease prevention. For State Department health diplomacy under HTS 9808.00.2000.
Women’s Leadership Video Series
DVD series featuring American women leaders for empowerment programs abroad. Imported under 9808.00.2000 for State Department gender equality initiatives.