Ambient Light Sensor Phototransistor

Silicon phototransistor calibrated for human eye visible spectrum (400-700nm) used in automatic backlight control for smartphones and LCD displays. HTS 8541.49.70 classification applies to this photosensitive transistor for ambient light measurement.

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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8541Same rate: 50%

If photovoltaic cells/solar cells

Designed primarily for power generation rather than signal detection/amplification.

9031.49.70Lower: 35% vs 50%

If with integrated signal processing and optical filter

Advanced optical measuring instrument rather than simple photosensitive semiconductor.

8517.62.00Lower: 32.5% vs 50%

If integrated into complete mobile phone mainboard

Imported as part of finished telecommunications apparatus rather than separate component.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide lux sensitivity curves matching human vision response to confirm ambient light application

β€’ Distinguish from color sensors (9031.49) by proving single-channel visible light detection only

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