Float Zone Crystal Grower Vacuum Valve from China
Vacuum control valve for float zone methods in growing high-purity semiconductor crystals from which wafers are sliced. Classified as HTS 8481.90.9040 for its role as a 8481.20 valve part in crystal grower equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify vacuum ratings (e.g
• 10^-8 Torr) matching statistical note equipment specs
• Pair with process flow diagrams showing valve integration in growers
• Avoid re-export issues by tracking dual-use tech declarations