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.
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If commercial USB semiconductor media
General digital storage devices fall under Chapter 85 data storage provisions.
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Personal imports by diplomats use different temporary admission provisions.
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• Include State Department endorsement and specific distribution program details
• Classify as sound recordings even when on digital media for government programs
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American History Documentary DVDs
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Voice of America Radio Program Recordings
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Educational Video Training Tapes for Diplomats
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U.S. Constitution Audio Narration DVDs
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