Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, diodes other than light emitting diodes and photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels

HS v2022 Code: 854149

About electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, diodes other than light emitting diodes and photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels

HS code 854149 covers a diverse range of electrical apparatus and photosensitive semiconductor devices, including diodes (other than light-emitting diodes) and photovoltaic cells. These products play a crucial role in the electronics and renewable energy industries, enabling the conversion of light into electrical energy and the control of electrical currents. As a key component in many modern technologies, the 854149 industry is an integral part of the broader global economy.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 854149 typically involves several specialized manufacturing processes. Semiconductor devices are often fabricated using techniques such as chemical vapor deposition, ion implantation, and photolithography to create the intricate circuitry and junctions required. Photovoltaic cells may be produced through methods like wafer slicing, doping, and metallization to form the light-absorbing layers and electrical contacts. Assembly of these components into modules or panels may also be part of the manufacturing process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the 854149 industry include various raw materials such as silicon, germanium, and other semiconductor-grade materials. Specialized machinery and equipment, including vacuum chambers, ion implanters, and precision measurement tools, are also essential for the production of these electrical and photosensitive devices. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce with expertise in semiconductor fabrication, electronics engineering, and renewable energy technologies.

Production outputs

The outputs of the 854149 industry are diverse and find applications in a wide range of sectors. The photosensitive semiconductor devices and diodes produced under this code are used in 854140 Electrical apparatus; photosensitive, including photovoltaic cells, whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light-emitting diodes (LEDand 854370 Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter. These components are integral to the functioning of various electronic devices, solar power systems, and other advanced technologies.

Revisions to 854149

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 854149. The most recent 1 version of this code (854149) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 854149.

Family tree for electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, diodes other than light emitting diodes and photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>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/v2022/8541'>8541: Semiconductor devices (e.g. diodes, transistors, semiconductor based transducers); including photovoltaic cells assembled or not in modules or panels, light-emitting diodes (LED) assembled with other LEDs or not, mounted piezo-electric crystals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854149'>854149: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, diodes other than light emitting diodes and photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854110'>854110: Electrical apparatus; diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes (LED)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854121'>854121: Electrical apparatus; transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of less than 1W</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854129'>854129: Electrical apparatus; transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of 1W or more</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854130'>854130: Electrical apparatus; thyristors, diacs and triacs, other than photosensitive devices</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854141'>854141: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, light emitting diodes (LED)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854142'>854142: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, photovoltaic cells not assembled in modules or made up into panels</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854143'>854143: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, photovoltaic cells assembled in modules or made up into panels</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854151'>854151: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, semiconductor-based transducers</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854159'>854159: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices n.e.c. in heading no. 8541</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854160'>854160: Crystals; mounted piezo-electric</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854190'>854190: Electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices</a>"]

    

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