Czochralski Crystal Puller Ingot Mold from Japan
This high-precision ingot mold is designed for use in Czochralski crystal pullers to produce monocrystalline silicon boules for semiconductor wafers. It falls under HTS 8454.90.00.60 as a part of casting machines used in metallurgy for growing pure semiconductor crystals. The mold ensures uniform heat distribution during the crystal growth process.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify material composition (e.g
• high-purity graphite or quartz) meets semiconductor-grade standards to avoid reclassification
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use certification for semiconductor manufacturing to qualify for potential duty relief programs