GN Thermoforming Roboformer RF4000 from Germany
GN Thermoforming Roboformer RF4000 is a robotic vacuum-molding machine for precise forming of thin-gauge plastics into semiconductor wafer trays. Classified in HTS 8477.40.01.00 as thermoforming equipment for plastic semiconductor handling products. Features automation for high-volume cleanroom production.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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• Certify cleanroom compatibility (ISO 5+) in technical files for statistical note validation
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