Czochralski Crystal Puller Ingot Mold from Germany
A precision ingot mold designed for Czochralski crystal growers used in semiconductor wafer production from high-purity silicon. It shapes the monocrystalline boule during the pulling process in metallurgical crystal growth. Classified under 8454.90.00 as an ingot mold part for metallurgy.
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 material compatibility (e.g
• quartz or graphite) with HTS documentation for semiconductor-grade metallurgy
• Include technical specs proving use in monocrystalline ingot casting to avoid reclassification as general machinery parts
• Obtain supplier certifications for purity levels to meet foundry import standards