Czochralski Crystal Puller Vacuum Pump from China
A centrifugal vacuum pump used in Czochralski crystal growers to create the high-vacuum environment necessary for producing monocrystalline silicon boules from which semiconductor wafers are sliced. It falls under HTS 8414.80.20.15 as a centrifugal air or vacuum pump integral to semiconductor manufacturing equipment for crystal growth. This classification aligns with statistical notes for wafer manufacturing equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify pump specifications match semiconductor use to avoid reclassification; provide manufacturer certifications linking to crystal grower systems; ensure vacuum ratings and materials are documented for CBP review