HTS 9809.00.10Public documents, whether or not in the form of microfilm, microfiches, or similar film media (including exposed and developed motion picture and other films, recorded video tapes and sound recordings) issued essentially at the instance and expense of a foreign government, of a political subdivision of a foreign country or of an international organization the membership of which includes two or more foreign countries

What that translates to:Public documents and media issued by foreign governments or intl orgs

Also written 98090010. Rates as CBP is collecting them today. Updated Oct 1, 2026.

Country of origin

Public documents and media issued by foreign governments or… (HTS 9809.00.10) 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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Regular dutyBase rate (MFN) in the tariff scheduleFree

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

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Official description

Public documents, whether or not in the form of microfilm, microfiches, or similar film media (including exposed and developed motion picture and other films, recorded video tapes and sound recordings) issued essentially at the instance and expense of a foreign government, of a political subdivision of a foreign country or of an international organization the membership of which includes two or more foreign countries

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

Questions about HTS 9809.00.10

What is the duty rate for HTS 9809.00.10?

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 9809.00.10 subject to Section 301 tariffs?

No Section 301 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.10 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

Is HTS 9809.00.10 subject to Section 232 tariffs?

No Section 232 tariff applies to HTS 9809.00.10 as of Oct 1, 2026, from any country of origin.

HTSLookup shows the duties CBP collects on this code by country of origin. Antidumping or countervailing duties may also apply to some exporters; they're set per company and aren't shown.