High-Strength Alloy Sucker Rod for Crystal Pullers from Germany
A premium alloy steel sucker rod optimized for high-cycle fatigue in pumps driving Czochralski crystal pullers during silicon boule growth. Falls under HTS 8413.91.90.65 as a sucker rod described in statistical note 3 for semiconductor manufacturing equipment under subheading 8413.50.00. Its heat-treated surface prevents contamination in monocrystalline semiconductor production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include fatigue test data and crystal grower compatibility certificates in shipment documentation
• Mark packages with 'Semiconductor Grade - Statistical Note 3' to expedite customs processing
• Avoid reclassification by providing OEM specifications linking to wafer manufacturing equipment