Float Zone Crystal Grower from Japan
Specialized apparatus employing the float zone method to purify and grow monocrystalline semiconductor boules without a crucible. Falls under HTS 8466.30.60 as other special attachments for machines used principally in semiconductor wafer preparation.
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
• Include process flow diagrams showing integration with heading 8461-8465 machines
• Label as 'semiconductor crystal growth equipment' to prevent reclassification as laboratory apparatus