Float Zone Crystal Grower from Germany
Machine employing float zone method to produce pure monocrystalline semiconductor boules, with integrated grinding for flats indicating conductivity and resistivity. Falls under HTS 8461.50.80.90 as other sawing/cutting-off machine tools removing metal or cermets in semiconductor processing.
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
• Include process flow diagrams showing metal/cermet removal to support Chapter 84 classification
• Label as 'semiconductor crystal grower with grinding' to match statistical notes