HTS 8541.42.00 · Solar and energy
Import duty on solar cells by country
U.S. import duty on solar cells (HTS 8541.42.00) ranges from 10% from Mexico to 62.5% from China for entries on November 4, 2026. The base (MFN) rate is Free; the difference comes from country-specific Chapter 99 tariffs such as Section 301 and Section 232.
Rates from the 2026 HTS Revision 22, effective October 30, 2026. Source: U.S. International Trade Commission, checked November 4, 2026.
| Country of origin | Total duty | Additional tariffs (Chapter 99) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | 62.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (9903.05.31) · Section 301 — China four-year review 50% (9903.91.02)· AD/CVD case | Details → |
| Mexico | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.55) | Details → |
| Vietnam | 12.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (9903.05.84)· AD/CVD case | Details → |
| Canada | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.29) | Details → |
| Germany | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (10% total) (9903.05.39) | Details → |
| Japan | 12.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (12.5% total) (9903.05.49) | Details → |
| South Korea | 12.5% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 12.5% (12.5% total) (9903.05.71) | Details → |
| Taiwan | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (10% total) (9903.05.76)· AD/CVD case | Details → |
| India | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (9903.05.44)· AD/CVD case | Details → |
| Italy | 10% | Section 301 — forced labor (60 economies) 10% (10% total) (9903.05.39) | Details → |
Total duty as a share of customs value, before the Merchandise Processing and Harbor Maintenance fees. Computed on HTS 8541.42.00.10. Estimates only.