Sennheiser MKH 416 Shotgun Microphone from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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