Public Diplomacy Audio Podcasts USB Drives from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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