Blue Yeti USB Condenser Microphone from Germany
The Blue Yeti is a multi-pattern USB microphone for podcasting, streaming, and video calls, with cardioid, omnidirectional, and stereo modes. Classified in HTS 8518.10.80 as an 'other' microphone despite USB interface, as the primary function is audio transduction. USB acts as digital output, not reclassifying it as a computer peripheral.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Emphasize 'microphone with USB output' in descriptions; avoid 'USB sound card' phrasing
• Include polar pattern diagrams to confirm multi-pattern capability