GaAs Phototransistor Die from China

Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) unmounted die functioning as a photosensitive transistor for high-speed light detection. Falls under 8541.49.70.40 due to its unmounted chip form and transistor-based photosensitivity for telecom and sensing applications.

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
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Declare material composition (e.g

GaAs) accurately as it affects duty rates and REACH compliance

Use cleanroom shipping protocols to avoid contamination, which can lead to customs holds

Verify export licenses from origin country for dual-use semiconductor tech