Czochralski Crystal Puller from Japan

A machine used to produce monocrystalline silicon boules by slowly pulling a seed crystal from molten silicon in the Czochralski method. It is essential for semiconductor wafer manufacturing as it creates the pure crystal ingots from which wafers are sliced. Classified under HTS 8479.79.00.00 as a machine having individual function not specified elsewhere for semiconductor material growth.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

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

Import Tips

Verify equipment meets semiconductor manufacturing statistical notes for correct classification; provide detailed technical specs and end-use certificates

Common pitfall: misclassifying as general lab apparatus under Chapter 90