PC817 Photocoupler from China

The PC817 series optical isolator features an infrared LED optically coupled to a phototransistor in a 4-pin DIP package, offering 5kV isolation voltage. Classified under HTS 8541.49.80.00 for its role as an optical coupled isolator in telecommunication equipment and AC input detection circuits. Provides high reliability signal transmission between high and low voltage circuits.

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

Provide package outline drawings showing 4-pin DIP configuration typical of optical isolators; include isolation voltage certification

Declare exact CTR range and forward current specs to distinguish from general purpose transistors under different subheadings

Ensure commercial invoice specifies 'optical coupled isolator' function; prepare for CBP requests for application circuit diagrams