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Amorphous Silicon Thin-Film Solar Cell from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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