Public Diplomacy Audio Podcasts USB Drives from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include State Department endorsement and specific distribution program details
• Classify as sound recordings even when on digital media for government programs
• Prevent diversion to commercial channels through proper bond or certification