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Zirconium Evaporation Boats

Fabricated zirconium boats for thermal evaporation in thin-film deposition processes in semiconductor manufacturing. Under HTS 8109.99.00.00 as 'other' articles, distinct from plates/sheets or tubes due to specialized shape and function.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+35.0%38.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇩🇪Germany3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇯🇵Japan3.7%+10.0%13.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8109Same rate: 38.7%

If flat sheet stock for boat fabrication

Unshaped sheet/plate is semi-finished under 8109.20.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 38.7%

If integral to vacuum deposition machines

Parts of semiconductor machinery classify under Chapter 84/85.

3824.99Lower: 15% vs 38.7%

If coated with reactive chemicals

Chemically prepared evaporation sources go to Chapter 38.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide SEM/electron microscopy end-use declaration

Certify surface finish and purity for classification

Avoid bulk sheet imports to prevent 8109.20 shift

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