Czochralski Crystal Puller from Japan
A machine tool used to produce monocrystalline silicon boules by pulling a seed crystal from molten silicon in the Czochralski process. It falls under HTS 8461.90.60.90 as specialized equipment for shaping semiconductor crystal ingots through controlled pulling and rotation, classified among other metal-removal machine tools not elsewhere specified.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify compliance with semiconductor manufacturing export controls and obtain necessary licenses from BIS or ITAR
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