Vacuum-Compatible Alloy Steel Balls for Float Zone Crystal Growers from Germany
Specially alloyed steel balls for vacuum-rated bearings in float zone crystal growers producing ultra-pure silicon for power semiconductors. Low outgassing materials prevent contamination during high-temperature zone refining. Classified as alloy steel balls under HTS 8482.91.0010.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document vacuum certification (e.g
• <10^-8 Torr outgassing) and cleanroom packaging requirements
• Use 'semiconductor crystal grower parts' on commercial invoice for proper statistical reporting
• Avoid generic 'bearing balls' descriptions to prevent misclassification as automotive/general use