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APD Avalanche Photodiode Wafers

Germanium wafers specifically designed for the fabrication of avalanche photodiodes, which provide internal gain for detecting low-light signals. These unmounted photosensitive semiconductor wafers are used in applications such as LIDAR and spectroscopy. They fall under tariff item 8541.49.00 as 'other' photosensitive semiconductor devices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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3818.00.00Same rate: Free

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