Singulus Technologies PVD Cluster from China
Singulus PVD cluster systems are physical vapor deposition apparatus for optical data storage media manufacturing, featuring inline sputtering for multilayer reflective coatings. High-precision deposition control for DVD/Blu-ray production. Classified in 8543.70.20.00.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include layer stack specifications and deposition uniformity data
• Optical media equipment may qualify for special processing trade programs
• Document cleanroom class requirements