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Customs Ruling NY N323503

The items concerned are mono-crystalline solar cells (ref# M1669BPERCBP). These solar cells are to be imported into the United States for manufacture into 1 GW solar panels. You have proposed classification of the solar cells within subheadings 8541.40.10 and/or 8541.40.90,

QB 24-507 2024 Solar Cells and Modules Amended August 13, 2024

Commodity: Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in Presidential Proclamation 10339 of February 4, 2022. Quota Period for CSPV Cells: February 7, 2024, through February 6, 2025. Restraint Level: For CSPV cells, an annual aggregate quantity of 12.5 Gigawatts (GW).

Nigeria: Customs Confirms Solar Panels Remain Duty-Free

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed that solar panels remain exempt from import duties. This clarification was provided in Circular No. T&T/2024/CIRCULAR NO.18, titled "Clarification on the Classification of Solar Panels," and signed by Deputy Comptroller CK Niagwan.According to the circular, certain customs units have mistakenly

Solar Cell, Module Importers Should Comply with Import

Keelung Customs (KLC) stated that the importation of solar cells or modules is governed by the import regulation codes "468" and "MW0". The import regulation code "468"

Tariff classification of Solar Panels. An ambiguity between 8501

Example of the current Customs classification rulings: CBP ruling N160415 for solar panel with power modulator — https://rulings.cbp.gov/ruling/N160415 was classified as

QB 24-507 2024 Solar Cells and Modules Amended August 13, 2024

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in Presidential Proclamation 10339 of February 4, 2022. Quota Period for CSPV Cells: February 7, 2024,

Customs Ruling NY N229237

In your letter dated July 24, 2012, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise under consideration is referred to as mono crystalline silicon bare solar cells. The cells will have individual part numbers assigned to them. The part numbers are used to identify them based on technology/color, binning and thickness.

Solar Cell, Module Importers Should Comply with Import

Keelung Customs (KLC) stated that the importation of solar cells or modules is governed by the import regulation codes "468" and "MW0". The import regulation code "468" indicates that the importation of cells requires a Certificate of Origin (CO) issued by the government of the exporting country, the government of the country of

Classification of solar cells according to mechanisms of charge

In the last decade, photovoltaics has experienced an important transformation. Traditional solar cells formed by compact semiconductor layers have been joined by new kinds of cells that are

QB 22-507 Solar Cells and Modules 2022

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in the Presidential Proclamation signed February 4, 2022. QUOTA PERIOD for CSPV Cells:

Nigerian Customs Declare Solar Panels as Duty-Free

The Nigeria Customs Service has clarified that solar panels remain exempt from import duty and VAT. This follows confusion over tariff classifications, with customs confirming the correct classification under specific HS Codes for duty-free status.

List of Different Types of Solar Cells with Application (PDF)

Printed solar cells are a promising technology, but their efficiency varies. While some printed solar cells have achieved decent efficiency levels, they are generally not as efficient as traditional silicon-based solar cells. As for the area requirement, printed solar cells can be designed to be flexible and can potentially cover large surfaces

Customs Ruling NY N280788

They are used to manufacture solar panels/modules. The applicable subheading for the Solaria PowerXT Cells (Part #s H017-01-M003-01 and H01-03-M003-04) will be 8541.40.6030, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for "Photosensitive semiconductor devices:

Customs Ruling HQ H312425

Whether the residential solar panels will be properly classified under subheading 8501.61.0010, HTSUS, and the commercial solar panels will be properly classified under subheading 8541.40.6015, HTSUS.

Tariff classification of Solar Panels. An ambiguity between 8501

Example of the current Customs classification rulings: CBP ruling N160415 for solar panel with power modulator — https://rulings.cbp.gov/ruling/N160415 was classified as 8501. in comparison...

Press Release: Press Information Bureau

(iv) Imposition of Basic Customs Duty on import of solar PV cells & modules: The Government has imposed Basic Customs Duty (BCD) on import of solar PV cells and modules, with effect from 01.04.2022. (v) Discontinuation of Customs Duty Concessions: MNRE has discontinued issuance of Customs Duty Concession Certificates for import of material

Nigerian Customs Declare Solar Panels as Duty-Free

The Nigeria Customs Service has clarified that solar panels remain exempt from import duty and VAT. This follows confusion over tariff classifications, with customs confirming the correct classification under

Customs Ruling NY N280788

They are used to manufacture solar panels/modules. The applicable subheading for the Solaria PowerXT Cells (Part #s H017-01-M003-01 and H01-03-M003-04) will be 8541.40.6030,

Customs Ruling HQ H312425

Whether the residential solar panels will be properly classified under subheading 8501.61.0010, HTSUS, and the commercial solar panels will be properly classified under subheading

Customs Ruling NY N234158

NY N234158; Oct 26, 2012 ; Type : Classification • HTSUS : 8541.40.6020 CLA-2-85:OT:RR:NC:N1:109 Ms. Tirta Suryadi Halim President T Customs Broker, Incorporated 5777 W. Century Blvd. #965 Los Angeles, CA 90045 RE: The tariff classification of solar modules from an unspecified country Dear Ms. Halim: In your letter dated October 4, 2012, you requested a

QB 24-507 2024 Solar Cells and Modules Amended August 13, 2024

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in Presidential Proclamation 10339 of February 4, 2022. Quota Period for CSPV Cells: February 7, 2024, through February 6, 2025. Restraint Level: For CSPV cells, an annual aggregate quantity of 12.5 Gigawatts (GW).

OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF CUSTOMS (NS-III), MUMBAI

Bypass diode: These are commonly connected in parallel across pairs of solar cells or linear interconnected stands of cells, and prevent damage to solar cells when one or more cells receive much lower solar radiation than the rest of the array (as when the sun''s rays are temporarily blocked by a tree limb or other article producing shade).

Customs Ruling NY N229237

In your letter dated July 24, 2012, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The merchandise under consideration is referred to as mono crystalline silicon bare solar cells. The cells will

8541402000-China HS code,8541402000: Solar cells

Solar cells. 太阳能电池; China HS Code Classification: China Tariff & Tax: China Customs Declaration: Landed Cost Calculation: China HS code 8541402000 Classification: HS Directory Tree Description; Chapter 85 Chapter 85; Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers, television image and sound recorders and reproducers, and

QB 23-507 Solar Cells and Modules 2023

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in the Presidential Proclamation signed February 4, 2022. Quota Period for CSPV Cells: February 7, 2023, through February 6, 2024. Restraint Level: For CSPV cells, an annual aggregate quantity of 5.0 gigawatts. Reporting Instructions: CSPV cells (quota)

Tariff classification of Solar Panels. An ambiguity between 8501

As CBP N255298 ruling demonstrated, the Explanatory Note (EN) 8541 (B) (i) may create a situation where a simple bypass diode is enough to exclude solar panel from heading 8541, should Customs

Customs Ruling of the Week

In ruling NY N324243 (March 8, 2022), Customs and Border Protection (CBP) discussed the tariff classification of solar powered condenser units from China. The AC condenser units are described as solar condenser units. The 2-, 3-, and 5-ton condenser units are designed to be paired with an air handling unit for the purpose of either cooling

Customs Ruling NY N323503

The items concerned are mono-crystalline solar cells (ref# M1669BPERCBP). These solar cells are to be imported into the United States for manufacture into 1 GW solar panels. You have proposed classification of the solar cells within subheadings 8541.40.10 and/or 8541.40.90, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS). Under the

QB 23-507 Solar Cells and Modules 2023

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in the Presidential Proclamation signed February 4, 2022. Quota Period for CSPV Cells: February 7,

QB 22-507 Solar Cells and Modules 2022

Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic (CSPV) Cells and Modules as specified in the Presidential Proclamation signed February 4, 2022. QUOTA PERIOD for CSPV Cells: February 7, 2022 through February 6, 2023. RESTRAINT LEVEL: For CSPV cells, an annual aggregate quantity of 5.0 gigawatts. REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS: CSPV cells (quota)

6 FAQs about [Customs classification of solar cells]

What is the tariff classification of solar panels?

Tariff classification of Solar Panels. An ambiguity between 8501 (electricgenerators) and 8541 (photosensitive semiconductor device) Licenced Customs Broker, Bachelor of Law. With solar module prices fall, the demand for them is surging, prompted by government policies to accelerate the transition to clean energy technologies.

Can a solar panel be a generator under a non-dutiable heading 8501?

Where the import duty involved, Customs has an incentive to challenge the importer when the latter classifies solar panels under a non-dutiable heading 8541. Solar panel, exposed to the sun light, generates DC current, however it is not a generator in terms of 8501 yet.

What are bifacial solar panels?

Bifacial solar panels that absorb light and generate electricity on each side of the panel and that consist of only bifacial solar cells that absorb light and generate electricity on each side of the cells. NOTIFICATION: Quota Bulletins (QB) are posted at and updated as determined by future announcements.

Why is a solar panel classified as 8501?

In this ruling the solar panel equipped with bypass diodes was classified to 8501, mainly because Customs used an Explanatory Note (EN) 8541 (B) (i) as a guidance, which states that heading 8541 does not cover panels or modules “equipped with elements, however simple, i.e. diodes to control the direction of the current”.

Can a solar panel be classified as an electric generator?

The classification outcome for a given solar panel to be classified as a electric generator of heading 8501 or as a panel of photovoltaic cells of heading 8541 may be based on whether the product is equipped with elements that allow it to supply power directly to another article that consumes such power.

Which HTS classifications should importers report?

In addition to reporting the Chapter 85 Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification for the imported merchandise, importers shall report the following HTS classifications for imported merchandise subject to the quota: 9903.45.21 In-Quota for cells (low rate) 9903.45.22 Over Quota for cells (high rate) CSPV modules (additional duty)

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