Section 232 tariffs make solar module imports uneconomical, analyst says

New tariffs on polysilicon-based products under Section 232 have rendered imported solar modules economically unviable for US buyers, according to Intertek CEA analysis.

First covered Aug 28, 2026 · 6:04 AM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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29d PV Tech Importing solar modules to US ‘no longer makes sense’ under Section 232 – Intertek CEA — Importing solar modules to the US will “no longer make any economic sense” under new Section 232 tariffs for polysilicon-based products, according to Intertek…

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