Czochralski Crystal Puller Flow Control Valve from Germany
High-purity valve for regulating argon or nitrogen flow in Czochralski crystal growers used to produce monocrystalline silicon boules for wafers. Classified under HTS 8481.90.9085 as 'other' parts tailored for semiconductor material growth equipment. Meets statistical note (a)(i) for crystal pullers.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Provide detailed blueprints showing semiconductor boule production compatibility to justify 8481.90.9085 over broader categories
• Label with material certifications (e.g
• electropolished 316L stainless) to comply with FDA-equivalent cleanroom standards