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Czochralski Crystal Puller Rotating Blade from China

A high-precision rotating blade used in Czochralski method crystal growers to facilitate the pulling and rotation of monocrystalline silicon boules during semiconductor wafer production. It falls under HTS 8406.90.70.00 as a rotating blade specifically designed as a part for crystal pullers classified as vapor turbines in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The blade ensures uniform crystal growth by maintaining precise rotational speeds under high-temperature conditions.

Duty Rate — China → United States

37.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify classification as semiconductor manufacturing equipment via statistical note (a)(i) with detailed technical specs and end-use certificates

Include material composition (e.g

high-temperature alloys) and OEM compatibility docs to avoid reclassification as general machinery parts