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Amorphous Silicon Thin-Film Solar Cell from China

Amorphous silicon thin-film solar cell, a flexible photosensitive semiconductor device for light-to-electricity conversion, provided as individual cells. Classified in HTS 8541.42.00.80 as unassembled photovoltaic cells. Used in portable electronics and building-integrated photovoltaics.

Duty Rate — China → United States

62.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.91.0250%Effective with respect to entries on or after September 27, 2024, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (c) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Document deposition layer thickness to distinguish from crystalline silicon cells

Use proper ESD packaging for thin-film sensitivity during transit

Verify no pre-applied encapsulants that could imply partial module status