Back Contact IBC PV Cell
An Interdigitated Back Contact (IBC) monocrystalline photovoltaic cell with all electrical contacts on the rear surface, maximizing front-side light absorption. This unassembled cell is classified under tariff item 8541.42.00 as a photosensitive semiconductor device. SunPower-style design achieves efficiencies above 25%.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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Assembled modules or panels are classified separately under heading 8541.
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Half-Cut Monocrystalline PV Cell
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