Titanium Crystal Grinder Gas Inlet Valve Body from Japan
Corrosion-resistant titanium valve body for inert gas inlets in crystal grinders that shape semiconductor boules to precise diameters for wafer production. HTS 8481.90.9060 covers this as a specialized valve body for semiconductor material processing apparatus. Critical for maintaining atmospheric control during grinding operations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) 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
• Require aerospace-grade titanium certifications matching semiconductor purity standards
• Submit photos and CAD files showing integration with Czochralski crystal processing equipment
• Avoid delays by pre-clearing with customs on 'other valve bodies' statistical reporting requirements