Crystal Puller Seed Holder Chuck

Graphite or quartz seed holder chuck that precisely positions seed crystal dip into melt during Czochralski growth. Critical for consistent boule diameter control. Semiconductor crystal grower part under 8442.40.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

6815.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If general graphite fabricated products

Non-machinery graphite articles classify under 6815; function determines heading.

6909.90.00.00Higher: 39% vs 35%

If quartz glass crucibles/holders

Lab glassware provisions if not tied to industrial crystal growth machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify thermal shock resistance (>1000°C) and seed size range (1-3mm diameter)

Thermal gradient profiles must match puller specs for classification support

Single-crystal vs polycrystalline chucks affect pricing; document material purity

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