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 process. It falls under HTS 8479.82.0080 as specialized grinding and processing equipment for semiconductor wafer manufacturing not classified elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify equipment qualifies under semiconductor statistical notes with technical specs and end-use certification
• Include detailed process descriptions in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification as general industrial grinders