Czochralski Crystal Puller from Germany
A machine used to produce monocrystalline silicon boules by slowly pulling a seed crystal from molten silicon in a crucible, employing the Czochralski method. It falls under HTS 8445.90.00.00 as other machinery for preparing fibers, analogous to preparing semiconductor crystal 'fibers' from raw material for subsequent wafer processing. This equipment is essential for semiconductor wafer manufacturing.
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
• Verify classification under statistical notes for semiconductor wafer manufacturing equipment to avoid misclassification as general lab apparatus
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use certificates proving use in crystal growth for boule slicing