APD Avalanche Photodiode
An avalanche photodiode with internal gain for detecting low-light signals in LIDAR and scientific instruments. It is a photosensitive semiconductor diode that amplifies weak light signals, classified under tariff item 8541.49.00 as 'other' photosensitive semiconductor devices.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | Free | β | Free |
| π²π½Mexico | Free | β | Free |
| πΊπΈUnited States | Free | β | Free |
| π©πͺGermany | Free | β | Free |
| π―π΅Japan | Free | β | Free |
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If the APD is incorporated into a photovoltaic module
Photovoltaic modules are classified separately, even if they use avalanche photodiodes.
If the APD functions as a semiconductor-based transducer
Semiconductor-based transducers have their own subheading under heading 85.41.
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