Mask Protective Crate
>- A stackable plastic crate with foam-lined inserts custom-fitted for EUV photomasks, securing them during international shipping. It is an article for the conveyance or packing of goods of plastics, classifiable under tariff item 3923.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If >- If the crate is specifically designed for use with a particular lithography machine and is sold as an accessory to that machine.
>- Chapter 39 excludes articles of Section XVI; crates that are integral to the operation of semiconductor equipment may be classified as parts.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• >- Classify the crate as a plastic packing article; the foam inserts are subsidiary to the primary use of the crate
• Ensure the crate is not presented as a part of a semiconductor manufacturing machine
• Check if the crate qualifies for duty-free entry under a trade agreement
Related Products under Tariff item 3923.10.00
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>- A telescoping plastic box designed to hold stacks of 12-inch (300mm) semiconductor wafers, with a lid seal for protection during air or sea freight. It is an article for the conveyance or packing of goods made of plastics, classifiable under tariff item 3923.10.00.
300mm Wafer FOUP Carrier
>- A Front Opening Unified Pod (FOUP) made of polycarbonate, specially shaped to hold 25 x 300mm semiconductor wafers in a controlled environment. It provides particle protection during wafer transport in fabs and is an article for the conveyance or packing of goods of plastics, falling under tariff item 3923.10.00.
Anti-Static Wafer Cassette
>- A conductive polypropylene cassette fitted for 25 wafers, preventing electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage during handling. It is a plastic article for the conveyance or packing of semiconductor wafers, classifiable under tariff item 3923.10.00.
Bulk Goods Plastic Bin
>- An open-top bin for bulk non-food goods packing, made of plastic, used for the conveyance or packing of goods. It is a plastic article classifiable under tariff item 3923.10.00.
EUV Mask Shipping Container
>- A purged container fitted for Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography masks, with vibration isolation to protect the masks during transport. It is a plastic article for the conveyance or packing of goods, falling under tariff item 3923.10.00.
Patterned Reticle Carrier
>- A multi-tier carrier precisely fitted for patterned reticles of various steppers, used for the safe conveyance of reticles during transport and storage. It is a plastic article for the packing of goods, falling under tariff item 3923.10.00.