Crystalline Silicon Photovoltaic Cells Whether or Not Partially or Fully Assembled Into Other Products: Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Import Relief

Brief takeaway: The ITC has opened an investigation to evaluate how effective the safeguard relief on solar cells was, but the notice does not itself change any import measures.

What changed: According to the notice, the Commission has instituted investigation No. TA-201-075 under section 204(d) of the Trade Act of 1974 to evaluate the effectiveness of the section 203 relief action on imports of CSPV products. The notice states that this relief action, imposed by the President, terminated on February 6, 2026.

Who's affected: The notice names crystalline silicon photovoltaic (CSPV) cells, whether or not partially or fully assembled into other products. It does not specify particular HTS codes or countries of origin.

What to review:
- Review whether your products fall within the CSPV cells category described in the notice, including cells partially or fully assembled into other products.
- Confirm with your licensed customs broker how the February 6, 2026 termination of the section 203 relief action may affect entries around that date.
- Check whether any related duties, quotas, or reporting requirements that previously applied to your imports have changed following the relief action's termination.
- Confirm with your broker or trade counsel whether this evaluation investigation could lead to any future measures relevant to your sourcing.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.