Crystal boule Annealing Furnace from Canada
High-temperature furnace for annealing semiconductor boules to relieve stresses post-growth. Classified under HTS 8479.90.95 as semiconductor processing equipment. Provides controlled cooling rates to prevent defects.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.1015%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.12, 9903.82.17 and 9903.85.68, derivative aluminum and steel articles with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 15 percent, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify temperature uniformity (±1°C) and ramp rate control capabilities
• Include gas purge system specs for oxygen-free annealing atmosphere
• Distinguish from general heat treatment furnaces by semiconductor specs