Float Zone Crystal Grower Turbine from Japan

Vapor turbine powering float zone furnaces for high-purity silicon crystal growth in semiconductor production. Falls under HTS 8406.82.90.00 for other turbines ≤40 MW output, distinct from power generation applications. Essential for precise RF heating and zone melting processes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide evidence of use in float zone method to distinguish from general steam turbines

Label components clearly to prevent misclassification under broader turbine headings

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