VTF Vacuum Technologies Plasma Arc Skull Furnace PAS-100 from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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