Gallium Arsenide PIN Diode Die

Individual unmounted GaAs PIN diode dice designed for RF switching, attenuation, and microwave applications in telecommunications. These dice feature precise p-i-n junction structures formed on gallium arsenide substrate. HTS 8541.10.0040 applies to such unmounted semiconductor dice for non-photosensitive, non-LED diodes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8541.90.00Same rate: 50%

If mounted on lead frames or headers

Mounted diode chips or assemblies shift to parts of semiconductor devices under 8541.90

8543.70Lower: 12.6% vs 50%

If classified as other electrical machines' parts

Certain diode dice for specific equipment may fall under 8543 for other electrical apparatus parts

8548.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 50%

If wafer form for waste/scrap processing

Defective or spent wafers might classify under 8548 for electrical machinery waste

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include material safety data sheets confirming non-radioactive GaAs composition to avoid hazmat classification issues

Declare exact die dimensions and electrical specs; mismatches can lead to reclassification as integrated circuits

Use anti-static and moisture-barrier packaging; improper handling often results in yield loss claims at import

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