Polycrystalline Silicon Solar Cell from China
An individual polycrystalline silicon photovoltaic cell used in solar energy generation, featuring multiple crystal structures for cost-effective production. It falls under HTS 8541.42.00 because it is a discrete photosensitive semiconductor device not yet assembled into modules or panels. Typical efficiency ranges from 15-18%.
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
• Provide lab-tested efficiency certificates to differentiate from lower-grade cells that might classify differently
• Check for anti-dumping duties on Chinese-origin cells; use proper country-of-origin marking to avoid penalties
• Ensure packaging labels clearly state 'not assembled in modules' to prevent reclassification during inspection