Used Czochralski Crystal Puller from Japan
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 — 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 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