Czochralski Crystal Puller from Germany
A specialized mixing and stirring machine used in semiconductor manufacturing to grow monocrystalline silicon boules via the Czochralski method, where a seed crystal is dipped into molten silicon and slowly pulled while rotating to form pure crystals. It falls under HTS 8479.82.0040 as a stirring machine for high-precision material processing in wafer production. The continuous stirring of the melt ensures uniform crystal growth essential for semiconductor wafers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify equipment qualifies under semiconductor statistical notes with detailed process documentation to avoid reclassification
• Include technical specs confirming Czochralski method use and compliance with export controls for high-purity silicon processing