Czochralski Crystal Puller Compressor from China
A specialized compressor used in Czochralski crystal growers to maintain vacuum and gas pressure during the production of monocrystalline silicon boules for semiconductor wafers. It falls under HTS 8414.80.20 as an 'other compressor' essential for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, distinct from standard air compressors. This equipment supports the precise control required in crystal growth processes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify equipment is specifically for semiconductor crystal growth to qualify under statistical notes; provide manufacturer specs and end-use certificates
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as general industrial compressor without proof of semiconductor application