Silicon Ingot Molds for Semiconductor Production from China
Quartz or graphite molds for growing silicon ingots via Czochralski process in semiconductor wafer manufacturing, aligning with statistical notes for crystal growth. Used in metallurgy-like polysilicon casting. Fits HTS 8454.20.00 as ingot molds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Link to semiconductor statistical notes with process affidavits
• High purity certs required; contamination risks trigger scrutiny
• ITAR/EAR checks if dual-use for advanced materials