Float Zone Crystal Growth Furnace from Germany
Nonelectric furnace employing the float zone method to purify and grow monocrystalline semiconductor rods, particularly silicon, by melting a narrow zone with RF heating in a vacuum chamber. Critical for producing ultra-high purity materials used in power semiconductors and solar cells. Falls under 8417.80.00.00 as an industrial nonelectric furnace tailored for semiconductor boule production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document RF heating as nonelectric process to distinguish from electric furnaces; include material compatibility certifications for silicon/gallium arsenide
• Beware of reclassification if furnace diameter exceeds statistical notes for wafer prep equipment
• Ensure INA bonding compliance for high-value semiconductor tools