Pneumatic Silicon Wafer Elevator from Japan
Pneumatic elevator for vertical transfer of silicon wafer cassettes in semiconductor cleanrooms. Under HTS 8428.20.0050 as pneumatic elevator for delicate handling. Low-vibration air cushion prevents wafer damage during elevation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide cleanroom compatibility specs (ISO 3+) and ESD-safe materials certification
• Declare wafer size compatibility (200mm/300mm) for statistical breakout
• Avoid classifying as semiconductor testing equipment (Chapter 90 statistical notes)