Lavalier Clip-On Condenser Microphone from China
A compact omnidirectional lavalier microphone with 3.5mm or XLR connector for film, theater, and presentations. HTS 8518.10.80 covers this 'other' small diaphragm condenser mic used for body-worn discreet audio capture. Typically includes windscreen and clip.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify cable length and connector type (TA4F, 3-pin XLR) in declarations
• Document as 'lavalier microphone' not 'wireless mic system' unless transmitter included