New

Ask Wove anything about tariffs.

Try Tariff Assistant

Semiconductor Crystal Boule Casting Mold from Japan

Specialized casting mold for metal carbide crucibles used in semiconductor crystal boule formation processes. Covered under HTS 8480.49.0090 for other molds in wafer manufacturing equipment.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide thermal shock resistance specifications for classification

• Include foundry qualification certifications

• Avoid 'crucible' terminology - emphasize molding function