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Shotgun Microphone for Video Production from Japan

Interference tube shotgun supercardioid condenser microphone designed for film, video, and broadcast with high directivity and low handling noise. HTS 8518.10.80.30 for other microphones. Typically mounted on camera hot shoe.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document interference tube length for directivity specs

• Shock mount classification as integral if permanently attached

• Avoid camera bundle import to prevent video camera classification

Shotgun Microphone for Video Production from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8518.10.80.30