Electrical apparatus; photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)

HS v2017 Code: 854140

About electrical apparatus; photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led)

hs code 854140 covers a diverse range of electrical apparatus that are photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and related components. These products play a crucial role in the renewable energy, lighting, and electronics industries, contributing to the global shift towards more sustainable and energy-efficient technologies. As the demand for renewable energy and advanced lighting solutions continues to grow, the importance of this industry within the broader economy is expected to increase.

Production process

The production of the electrical apparatus covered under hs code 854140 typically involves several key steps. Photovoltaic cells, for instance, are manufactured through a process of semiconductor fabrication, where silicon or other photosensitive materials are carefully processed and assembled into functional cells. LEDs, on the other hand, are produced through a process of epitaxial growth, where layers of semiconductor materials are deposited onto a substrate to create the light-emitting diode structure.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of the electrical apparatus under hs code 854140 include various raw materials such as silicon, gallium, and other semiconductor materials, as well as specialized machinery and equipment for the fabrication and assembly processes. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in fields like materials science, electrical engineering, and semiconductor technology.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by hs code 854140 are photovoltaic cells, light-emitting diodes, and other photosensitive electrical components. These products are then consumed by a wide range of industries, including 271110 Solar power generation, 271120 Wind power generation, 273100 Manufacture of electric lighting equipment, and 261000 Manufacture of electronic components and boards.

Revisions to 854140

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 854140. The most recent 4 versions of this code (854140) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 854140 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for electrical apparatus; photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (led)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/8541'>8541: Diodes, transistors, similar semiconductor devices; including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED), mounted piezo-electric crystals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854140'>854140: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels, light-emitting diodes (LED)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854110'>854110: Electrical apparatus; diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes (LED)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854121'>854121: Electrical apparatus; transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of less than 1W</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854129'>854129: Electrical apparatus; transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of 1W or more</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854130'>854130: Electrical apparatus; thyristors, diacs and triacs, other than photosensitive devices</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854150'>854150: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices n.e.c. in heading no. 8541, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854160'>854160: Crystals; mounted piezo-electric</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/854190'>854190: Electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices</a>"]

    

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