Shotgun Supercardioid Microphone from Japan
A directional shotgun microphone with interference tube for film dialogue and wildlife recording, featuring supercardioid/lobar pattern. Classifies under HTS 8518.10.80 as 'other' microphones optimized for distant sound rejection. Common in video production.
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
• Include interference tube diagram showing rejection pattern (100Hz-16kHz)
• Distinguish from line microphones by noting non-telephonic use