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Czochralski Crystal Puller

Equipment employing Czochralski method to grow pure monocrystalline silicon boules from which wafers are derived, as listed in statistical notes (a)(i) for crystal growers & pullers under HTS 8451.80.00.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+37.5%41%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8479.89.65Lower: 22.5% vs 41%

If for gallium arsenide or other compound semiconductor growth

Industrial machines for unspecified semiconductor processes.

8514Lower: 12.5% vs 41%

If resistance heating dominant feature

Industrial furnaces for crystal growth materials.

8419.89.95Higher: 41.7% vs 41%

If sold as complete furnace-puller set for lab use

Laboratory furnaces include some crystal growing apparatus.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include growth method certification (Czochralski vs float zone) in documentation

• Declare high-temperature capabilities for semiconductor material verification