VTF Vacuum Technologies Plasma Arc Skull Furnace PAS-100 from Japan
Plasma arc skull furnace using non-transferred plasma torch for reactive metal skull melting under vacuum. HTS 8514.32.9000 'other' plasma vacuum arc furnace for tantalum and niobium production. Torch-based heating provides superior skull uniformity over traditional arcs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify plasma torch specifications (DC 100kW, Ar/H2 gas mix)
• Include tantalum capacitor grade purity documentation (>99.99%)
• Document torch positioning robotics and skull thickness control