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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)

Pneumatic Silicon Wafer Elevator from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8428.20.00.50