Wafer Oxidation Furnace from Germany
Nonelectric horizontal furnace growing thermal oxide layers on semiconductor wafers via steam or dry oxygen ambient at 900-1200°C. Fundamental for MOS gate dielectrics and isolation structures. Classified under 8417.80.00.00 as industrial processing furnace.
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
• Specify oxide thickness uniformity specs and LPCVD compatibility; document boat loading systems
• Common issue: classifying source gas cabinets separately as parts excluded from subheading