Shure SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Microphone from China
The Shure SM58 is a handheld dynamic microphone with cardioid polar pattern designed for live vocal performance. It falls under HTS 8518.10.8040 as a microphone not specified elsewhere in the microphone subheadings, such as condenser or line types. Its rugged construction makes it ideal for stage use.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Verify microphone type (dynamic vs condenser) matches classification; SM58 is dynamic falling under 'Other'
• Include FCC certification and technical specs in documentation to avoid reclassification