UV Photodiode Sensor

Silicon carbide UV photodiode designed for ultraviolet light detection in flame sensors and water purification systems. HTS 8541.49.10 covers this as a photosensitive diode other than photovoltaic or LED types. Essential for industrial safety and environmental monitoring.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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Alternative Classifications

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8541.90.00Same rate: 50%

If imported as parts of semiconductor devices

Unfinished semiconductor components classified as parts rather than devices.

9026.10.60Lower: 17.5% vs 50%

If for use in complete environmental monitoring instruments

Assembled instruments for measuring physical properties classified in Chapter 90.

8473.30.11Same rate: 50%

If parts of automatic data processing machines

Photodiodes specifically for computers classified as ADP parts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include UV spectral response curves in technical documentation to prove photosensitive classification

β€’ Label clearly as 'diode' not 'detector' to avoid instrument classification

β€’ Check for radiation-hardened features that might apply to 8525.82 instead

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