CIGS Copper Indium Gallium Selenide PV Cell from China
Copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) thin-film photovoltaic cell known for high efficiency and performance in various lighting conditions. This unassembled cell is a photosensitive semiconductor device under HTS 8541.42.00. Efficiencies reach up to 23%.
Duty Rate — China → United States
60%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• Declare rare earth elements (indium, gallium) content for proper HTS valuation and environmental compliance
• Provide vacuum deposition process certification to distinguish from cheaper silicon alternatives
• Ensure selenium handling protocols in shipping docs due to toxicity risks