Float Zone Crystal Grower Power Supply PCA from Japan
Printed circuit assembly providing high-frequency RF power control for float zone crystal growers that produce ultra-pure silicon ingots for semiconductor wafers. It regulates zone melting parameters critical for defect-free crystals. Falls under HTS 8473.30.11 as a PCA for heading 8471 semiconductor processing machines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.79.0125%Semiconductor articles as provided for in subdivisions (a) and (b) of U.S. note 39 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Submit frequency spectrum certification for RF components to comply with FCC import regulations
• Include thermal management specifications proving suitability for high-temperature crystal growth environments
• Avoid misclassification by providing process flow diagrams showing integration with wafer manufacturing equipment