Voice of America Radio Program Recordings from Japan
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.
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
• Entry requires VOA program identification and State Department authorization
• Maintain distribution logs for compliance verification
• Coordinate with USAGM for proper classification documentation