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Sennheiser MD 421 Dynamic Microphone

Classic dynamic mic used for drums, guitar amps, and vocals with 5-position bass roll-off. HTS 8518.10.8040 covers this versatile dynamic microphone not fitting other specific categories. Five polar patterns available.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8518.10Same rate: 20%

If tabletop conference microphone

Table microphones have dedicated subheading.

8518.90Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If microphone windshield/pop filter imported separately

Accessories and parts classified under 8518.90 other parts.

9028.30Lower: 12.5% vs 20%

If used primarily as gas/dust detector microphone

Specialized measurement microphones fall under instruments chapter.

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