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Monocrystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cell from China

A single monocrystalline silicon photovoltaic cell designed to convert sunlight directly into electricity through the photovoltaic effect. This cell is not assembled into modules or panels and falls under HTS 8541.42.00.80 as a photosensitive semiconductor device, specifically an unassembled photovoltaic cell. It is used in solar energy applications for custom panel assembly.

Duty Rate — China → United States

62.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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

Import Tips

• Verify cell efficiency and material composition certification to confirm classification as a photosensitive semiconductor device under 8541.42

• Ensure documentation distinguishes single cells from modules (8541.43) to avoid misclassification and duty errors

• Comply with solar-grade silicon purity standards; common pitfall is importing test samples without proper commercial invoices