Plasma CVD Preform Deposition Tower from China
Plasma-enhanced CVD tower uses microwave plasma to deposit high-purity silica inside rotating tubes for advanced optical fiber preforms with fluorine doping capability. Produces fibers for long-haul telecom. Under HTS 8475.21.00.00 as specialized optical fiber manufacturing machine.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include microwave frequency specs and plasma containment documentation
• Distinguish from semiconductor plasma etchers (Chapter 90 testing)
• RF shielding compliance for electromagnetic compatibility