Assembled Solar Panel with US Cells from Japan
Solar panel assembled overseas using US-manufactured photovoltaic cells exported ready for encapsulation. Cells interconnected via tabbing/ribbons with framing as assembly process. 9802.00.80.69 applies to US cell value.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Cell efficiency ratings and specifications must match export records,Document lamination/encapsulation doesn't alter cell physical identity,Commerce Department solar import documentation may supplement CBP requirements