Neumann U87 Ai Studio Condenser Microphone from China
The Neumann U87 Ai is a legendary large-diaphragm condenser mic with three polar patterns for broadcast-quality vocal and instrument recording. Falls under HTS 8518.10.80 as 'other' microphones for general studio use, not specifically line or TV broadcast. Known for its balanced sound and durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• Authenticate with serial numbers and certificates for high-value anti-counterfeit checks
• Specify 'studio condenser, not broadcast' to maintain 8518.10.80 status