Crystal Puller Chamber Vacuum Pump from Japan
High-vacuum pump for the growth chamber of Czochralski pullers, evacuating to ultra-low pressures for pure silicon crystal formation in semiconductor boule production. HTS 8414.59.65.95 classification for other vacuum pumps in wafer manufacturing equipment. Achieves pressures below 10^-6 torr essential for defect-free crystals.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Vacuum spec sheets mandatory; EAR export control checks for high-vac tech
• Avoid misclassification as lab pump without crystal grower context