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U.S. imports of electric sound amplifier sets (HS 851850) totaled $7.7M in May 2026, traded with 45 countries.
Importers of Electric Sound Amplifier Sets paid $787K in duties in May 2026 — an effective duty rate of 12% on $6.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: May 2026 dataElectric sound amplifier sets — integrated systems combining amplification with associated components sold as a unit — occupy a single tariff line (8518500000), simplifying classification but placing the burden on importers to confirm that the imported article constitutes a 'set' rather than individual components. Italy leads US supply under this heading, a notable distinction from the broader audio electronics market and a reflection of Italy's premium professional and audiophile amplifier manufacturing heritage. China and Germany are also significant sources. Goods from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs, while the European supplier base is not, creating meaningful landed-cost differentials depending on origin.
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Customs authorities generally apply the GRI 3(b) 'sets put up for retail sale' standard: the goods must consist of at least two different articles classifiable in different headings, be put up together to meet a specific need, and be packaged for direct sale to the end user. An amplifier sold with its power supply, speaker crossover, and control unit as a retail-packaged system is a strong candidate; loose components shipped together for assembly typically are not.
Italy has a well-established cluster of manufacturers producing high-end professional and audiophile amplifier systems — brands serving concert touring, broadcast, and premium home-audio markets. This specialization in integrated, high-performance sets distinguishes Italian supply from the higher-volume consumer electronics production concentrated in Asia.
Monthly import values over time
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HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8518500000 | ELECTRIC SOUND AMPLIFIER SETS | $7.9M | 9.68% | 83.09% | $760K |
ELECTRIC SOUND AMPLIFIER SETS
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 8518500000 | ELECTRIC SOUND AMPLIFIER SETS | $9.8M |
ELECTRIC SOUND AMPLIFIER SETS
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MACH FOR RECP/CONVR/TRANS/REGN OF VOICE/IMAGE/DATA
HS 851762
SOLID-STATE NON-VOL SEMICONDUCTOR STORAGE DEVICES
HS 852351
SMARTPHONES
HS 851713
PROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS, ELECTRONIC INTEG CIRCT
HS 854231
CONTROLS ETC W ELECT APPR F ELECT CONT NOV 1000 V
HS 853710
STATIC CONVERTERS; ADP POWER SUPPLIES
HS 850440
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $517K | $1.9M | +$1.4M |
| California | $1.2M | $773K | -$422K |
| New York | $646K | $1.3M | +$632K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW ORLEANS, LA | $205K | $2.0M | +$1.8M |
| NEWARK, NJ | $1.7M | -- | -$1.7M |
| JFK INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, NY | $860K | $679K | -$182K |