Float Zone Crystal Grower from Germany

Equipment employing the float zone method to grow high-purity silicon crystals by melting a narrow zone of polycrystalline rod without a crucible. Classified in HTS 8461.90.60.90 as other machine tools for precise shaping of semiconductor materials through zone refining and pulling.

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

Include material compatibility certificates for polysilicon rods to support classification

Ensure cleanroom certification documentation to prevent reclassification as general industrial machinery