8524.92.00.00 - Of organic light-emitting diodes (OLED) 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | No. |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 45% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 8524.92.00.00, specifically covers flat panel display modules that utilize Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLED) technology. These modules are characterized by their ability to emit light directly from organic compounds when an electric current is applied, resulting in thin, flexible displays with high contrast ratios and rapid response times. Such displays are commonly found in a wide range of electronic devices, including smartphones, televisions, smartwatches, and automotive displays.
This classification distinguishes itself from its sibling category, 8524.91, which pertains to flat panel display modules based on liquid crystal (LCD) technology. While both are types of flat panel displays, the fundamental technology for light generation and image formation differs significantly. LCDs require a backlight and liquid crystals to modulate light, whereas OLEDs generate their own light, allowing for deeper blacks and more vibrant colors.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories under 8524.92.00.00. Therefore, the focus for classification within this code rests on confirming that the display module indeed employs OLED technology and functions as a self-contained display unit, whether or not it is equipped with a touch-sensitive screen. The presence of integrated touch functionality does not alter its classification under this specific code, as it remains a flat panel display module of OLED technology.