Sumiko Rainier Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge from China

Entry-level moving magnet pickup with 0.3 x 0.7 mil elliptical stylus for budget turntables of heading 8519. Delivers balanced audio reproduction from LP records via its polymer housing and copper coils. Qualifies under 8522.10.00.00 as a phonograph-specific pickup cartridge.

Duty Rate — China → United States

38.9%

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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Low-value shipments (<$800) may qualify for de minimis; still require accurate HTS marking

Label with 'For use with AC-powered turntables only' to tie to principal apparatus