Used Czochralski Crystal Puller from China
A rebuilt machine used to grow monocrystalline silicon boules from molten silicon via the Czochralski method for semiconductor wafer production. It falls under HTS 8463.90.0040 as a used or rebuilt machine tool for working metal or cermets without removing material, specifically for processing semiconductor materials. This equipment precisely controls crystal growth without material removal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.4%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• Verify rebuild certification and documentation proving prior use to qualify under 'used or rebuilt' subheading
• Include detailed maintenance logs and original specs to avoid reclassification as new equipment
• Ensure compliance with semiconductor equipment export controls from origin country