Enphase IQ8 Microinverter from Japan
Module-level power electronics (MLPE) that mounts directly under solar panels to perform DC-to-AC conversion at panel level. Falls under HTS 8501.80.90.00 as 'other' photovoltaic AC generators due to rapid shutdown compliance and grid-forming capability. Each unit handles one panel with 97.5% CEC efficiency.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• ,Declare panel-specific voltage matching (240V output) to distinguish from general micro-converters
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclaration; each microinverter counts as separate generator unit