Electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices

HS v2022 Code: 854190

About electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices

HS code 854190 covers a wide range of electrical apparatus and parts used in the production of semiconductor devices, including diodes, transistors, and photosensitive semiconductors. These components are essential building blocks for modern electronics, powering a vast array of consumer and industrial products. The semiconductor industry is a critical sector within the broader electronics and technology landscape, driving innovation and enabling advancements across numerous industries.

Production process

The production of the items classified under HS code 854190 typically involves highly specialized and precise manufacturing processes. Key steps often include wafer fabrication, where semiconductor materials are grown and processed into thin, circular wafers; device design and layout; and the assembly and packaging of individual components. Advanced techniques such as photolithography, chemical vapor deposition, and ion implantation are commonly employed to create the intricate structures and features required for these specialized electrical devices.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the production of items under HS code 854190 include high-purity semiconductor materials, such as silicon, gallium arsenide, and indium phosphide. Specialized machinery and equipment, including cleanroom environments, are also essential for the manufacturing process. Additionally, a skilled and highly trained workforce with expertise in fields like materials science, electrical engineering, and semiconductor physics is crucial for this industry.

Production outputs

The electrical apparatus and parts classified under HS code 854190 are primarily used as components in a wide range of electronic devices and systems. These outputs are often consumed by industries producing 851762 Machines for the reception, conversion and transmission or regeneration of voice, images or other data, including switching and routing apparatus and 851770 Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the apparatus of headings 8517 62 and 8517 69, as well as 854231 Diodes, other than photosensitive or light-emitting diodes, 854232 Transistors, other than photosensitive transistors, and 854233 Thyristors, diacs and triacs, other than photosensitive devices.

Revisions to 854190

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 854190. The most recent 1 version of this code (854190) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 854190.

Family tree for electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices

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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/v2022/854190'>854190: Electrical apparatus; parts for diodes, transistors and similar semiconductor devices and photosensitive semiconductor devices</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/v2022/854149'>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 --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854151'>854151: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices, semiconductor-based transducers</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854159'>854159: Electrical apparatus; photosensitive semiconductor devices n.e.c. in heading no. 8541</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/854160'>854160: Crystals; mounted piezo-electric</a>"]

    

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