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8543.70.98.20/Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal/Mexico

Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal from Mexico

The Boss DS-1 is a compact guitar effects pedal that provides classic distortion and fuzz tones for electric guitars and other musical instruments. It features true bypass switching and controls for tone, level, and distortion intensity. Classified under HTS 8543.70.98.20 as a special effects pedal specifically designed for use with musical instruments to modify audio signals.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

12.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

• Verify the pedal is explicitly marketed for musical instruments with product specs and user manuals as supporting documentation

• Include FCC compliance certification since these contain analog/digital circuitry operating in audio frequency ranges

• Avoid misclassification as general audio processors by emphasizing musical instrument compatibility in import declarations

Boss DS-1 Distortion Pedal from Mexico — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8543.70.98.20