Telefunken M80 Dynamic Microphone

Handheld supercardioid dynamic microphone for high SPL sources in live sound. HTS 8518.10.8040 for this performance microphone. Custom-tuned capsule for vocals and drums.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8518.10Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as tabletop model

Table microphones regardless of technology use dedicated subheading.

7117.19Higher: 21% vs 17.5%

If microphone body made principally of precious metal

Articles of precious metal take precedence over function.

8518.90.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If industrial microphone housings

Specialized industrial microphone parts use different parts subheading.

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High SPL rating doesn't affect classification; remains standard dynamic mic

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