Silicon NPN Power Transistor Wafer

Thin silicon wafers containing thousands of unmounted NPN bipolar junction transistor dice, designed for dissipation rates under 1W, used in consumer electronics like smartphones and amplifiers. Classified under HTS 8541.21.00.40 as unmounted chips, dice, and wafers of transistors other than photosensitive types with dissipation less than 1W.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

Alternative Classifications

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

8541.21.00Same rate: 50%

If dissipation rate 1W or greater

Higher dissipation transistors fall under the general subheading without the <1W specification.

8542.31.00Same rate: 50%

If mounted or assembled into discrete packages

Mounted or packaged transistors are classified as complete electronic integrated circuits.

3818.00.00Same rate: 50%

If imported as doped semiconductor material before dicing

Undiced doped silicon wafers may classify as chemical preparations rather than devices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide detailed specifications confirming dissipation rate <1W and unmounted status to avoid reclassification as mounted devices

β€’ Use ESD-protected packaging and include material safety data sheets for hazardous substances compliance

β€’ Verify country of origin documentation as many wafers originate from sensitive supply chains

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