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Blue Yeti USB Condenser Microphone from Japan

Multi-pattern USB condenser microphone for podcasting, streaming, and music with plug-and-play. Classified HTS 8518.10.8040 as consumer condenser microphone. Features cardioid, omnidirectional, bidirectional patterns.

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

• USB connectivity doesn't change microphone classification; declare as audio input device

• Include gain control specs; avoid computer peripheral classification

• Bundled software licensing requires separate IP declaration