Czochralski Crystal Puller from Japan
A Czochralski crystal puller is used to produce extremely pure monocrystalline semiconductor boules from which silicon wafers are sliced, fitting under HTS 8412.90.90.85 as a part of semiconductor manufacturing equipment powered by reaction engines or motors. It employs the Czochralski method for growing semiconductor crystals like silicon and gallium arsenide.
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
• Verify equipment qualifies under statistical notes for semiconductor manufacturing to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use certificates to customs for proper duty assessment
• Ensure compliance with export controls on high-tech machinery from origin countries