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VCSEL Array Wafer from China

A 6-inch GaAs wafer containing vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser diode arrays with 940nm wavelength for 3D facial recognition in smartphones. Classified under tariff item 8541.59.00 as unmounted light-emitting diodes, the wafer contains LED structures that convert electrical energy into infrared light.

Duty Rate — China → Canada

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PGA flags (1)Show detailsHCConsumer Products SafetyMay be required
  • HC

    Consumer Products Safety · May be required

    May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 8541590000; Equal To 8541590000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).

CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown

Import Tips

• Document that the VCSELs are light-emitting diodes based on semiconductor materials to support classification

• Ensure the wafer is declared as unmounted, not as finished laser modules

• Verify whether the goods qualify for duty-free entry under a free trade agreement with Canada