Electro-Voice RE20 Broadcast Dynamic Microphone from Japan
The Electro-Voice RE20 features Variable-D technology for flat response on close-miked sources, popular in radio broadcasting and studios. Despite broadcast use, it's HTS 8518.10.80 as it doesn't meet specific 'radio microphone' criteria in other subheadings. Bandpass filter reduces proximity effect.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Highlight Variable-D filter specs to support professional dynamic classification
• Avoid 'radio broadcast exclusive' language in marketing materials for imports