Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun Microphone from Germany
Professional directional microphone for film location sound recording. Temporarily imported by nonresident sound mixers for Hollywood productions. Covered as professional equipment under 9813.00.50.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include IATSE union work permits for sound department personnel,Document microphone serial numbers and calibration certificates,Coordinate audio equipment with camera department manifests