Membrane Filter Module for Ultrapure Water

Cross-flow membrane modules (microfiltration/ultrafiltration) producing ultrapure water for semiconductor fabrication. HTS 8421.29.00 includes these as other purifying apparatus for liquids, critical for removing submicron particles. Excludes reverse osmosis in some contexts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8421.21.00Same rate: 35%

If for solvent recovery in chip manufacturing

Organic solvent filtration uses oil/petrol filter provisions.

8481.40.00Higher: 37% vs 35%

If primarily reverse osmosis membranes

RO and dialysis equipment have dedicated provisions.

9018.90.75Same rate: 35%

If medical/pharma sterile water production

Medical purifying instruments classify under Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide pore size and rejection rate data distinguishing from RO; semiconductor cleanroom certifications required; avoid parts classification by importing complete modules

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