Solar Cell Busbar Copper Foil from Mexico
0.13mm refined copper foil perforated for photovoltaic solar cell busbars and ribbons. Classifies HTS 7410.11.00.00 for unbacked refined copper ≤0.15mm. High conductivity minimizes solar panel resistive losses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
51%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document perforation as mechanical process not changing foil status
• Comply with solar waiver programs for duty exemptions
• Test for solderability; provide wetting balance curves