Excimer UV Laser Printer from Japan
An excimer gas laser system for ultraviolet micromachining and photo-mask production in semiconductor fabs. HTS 9013.20.00.00 covers this non-diode laser as an optical appliance, excluded from semiconductor apparatus in 8486. Emits short-wavelength UV for ablation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document excimer gas mixture to validate non-diode classification
• Comply with cleanroom certification if specified
• Separate from 8486 apparatus via standalone optical function proof