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HTS 9808.00.20Articles 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)

What that translates to:Sound recordings and video tapes for State Dept exchange programs

Also written 98080020 or 9808.00.2000. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.

Sound recordings and video tapes for State Dept exchange… (HTS 9808.00.20) from China, as of Oct 1, 2026: this is a special provision (chapter 98); ask a licensed customs broker how duties apply.

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Sources: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026).

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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)

Legal text from the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, Revision 20 (2026), chapter 98: Special classification provisions.

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The 10-digit numbers used on entry paperwork. They share this code's duty rates.

  • 9808.00.2000 (9808002000)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) · reported in No.

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Questions about HTS 9808.00.20

What is the duty rate for HTS 9808.00.20?

The regular (column 1 general) rate printed in the tariff schedule is Free. Additional tariffs depend on the country of origin; choose one above to see its full rate.

Is HTS 9808.00.20 subject to Section 301 tariffs?

No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9808.00.20 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

Is HTS 9808.00.20 subject to Section 232 tariffs?

No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9808.00.20 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

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