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Beyerdynamic DT770 Headphone Driver Unit

Tesla technology driver unit for Beyerdynamic DT770 closed-back headphones, including diaphragm and magnet system. Essential electro-acoustic transducer part under HTS 8518.90.81.00. High-fidelity studio monitoring component.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8518.90.20Same rate: 37.5%

If bulk shipment of identical drivers

Multiple identical cones/voice coils for headphones have dedicated subheading.

8505.19Lower: 17.4% vs 37.5%

If marketed as permanent magnet assembly

Permanent magnets without transducer function classify under Chapter 85 heading 8505.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify frequency response characteristics to confirm headphone driver function

• Magnet strength declarations may trigger additional safety reviews

• Avoid packaging with earpads to prevent set classification under 8518.30