8541.43.00.10 - Crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells of a kind described in statistical note 10 to this chapter

This HTS category, 8541.43.00.10, specifically covers crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells. These are devices designed to convert light energy directly into electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect, utilizing crystalline silicon as their primary semiconductor material. The designation "crystalline silicon" is crucial, differentiating these cells from those made with other semiconductor materials. These cells are often the foundational components of larger solar modules or panels but are classified here based on their crystalline silicon composition and their function as photovoltaic cells.

Within the broader classification for photovoltaic cells, this code is distinct from its sibling category, 8541.43.00.80 ("Other"). The sibling category encompasses photovoltaic cells that are not composed of crystalline silicon, such as those made from amorphous silicon, cadmium telluride, or copper indium gallium selenide. Therefore, the defining characteristic for classification under 8541.43.00.10 is the exclusive use of crystalline silicon within the photovoltaic cell structure.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. The classification is complete at this level for crystalline silicon photovoltaic cells. However, it is important to note the statistical note 10 referenced in the description, which may provide further granular detail or specific exclusions relevant to the precise composition or assembly of these crystalline silicon cells for statistical reporting purposes.