Used Czochralski Crystal Puller from Germany

A rebuilt machine tool used to grow monocrystalline silicon boules via the Czochralski method by precisely pulling and rotating a seed crystal from molten silicon. It falls under HTS 8461.90.60.40 as a used or rebuilt machine tool working by removing metal or cermets through grinding and shaping processes on crystal boules. This equipment prepares semiconductor material for wafer production.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify rebuild certification and documentation proving the machine's refurbishment meets original specs to avoid reclassification as scrap

Include detailed service history and test reports for US Customs to confirm 'used or rebuilt' status under statistical notes

Ensure compliance with semiconductor equipment export controls from origin country