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UV Photodiode Chips

Silicon carbide unmounted chips sensitive to ultraviolet radiation for flame detection and sterilization monitoring. HTS 8541.49.10.10 covers these photosensitive diode dice used in industrial safety systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8541Same rate: 50%

If UV-optimized photovoltaic cells

Power-generating UV cells classified as solar regardless of wavelength specialization.

9026.10.60Lower: 20% vs 50%

If integrated in finished instruments

Complete ozone or UV meters fall under Chapter 90 measuring instruments.

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 50%

If industrial automation machinery parts

Dice designed exclusively for classified machines move to machinery parts.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify wavelength sensitivity range to prove UV-specific photosensitivity vs. visible light diodes

• Declare if sterile packaging required for cleanroom delivery

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