Silicon Wafer Ingot Casting Ladle from China
Refractory-lined ladle for transferring molten polysilicon into crystal grower molds in semiconductor metallurgy. Fits HTS 8454.90.0080 as a ladle part for metal foundry casting machines. Ensures contamination-free pouring for boule formation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Include melt temperature ratings (>1400°C) in invoices; comply with REACH for refractory materials
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as general foundry part leading to duty disputes