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CIGS Copper Indium Gallium Selenide PV Cell from Japan

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 — 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

• 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