UV Photodiode Sensor from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0550%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2025, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
Import Tips
• Include UV spectral response curves in technical documentation to prove photosensitive classification
• Label clearly as 'diode' not 'detector' to avoid instrument classification
• Check for radiation-hardened features that might apply to 8525.82 instead