Czochralski Crystal Puller from Germany
A Czochralski crystal puller is a machine used to produce extremely pure monocrystalline semiconductor boules, such as silicon, from which wafers are sliced. It employs the Czochralski method by dipping a seed crystal into molten silicon and slowly pulling it upward to form a single crystal boule. This equipment falls under HTS 8486.10.00.00 as it is specifically for the manufacture of semiconductor boules.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify equipment is solely for semiconductor boule manufacture per Chapter 84 Note 11 to avoid misclassification
• Provide detailed technical specs and end-use certificates to customs for duty-free qualification under certain trade agreements