Global semiconductorequipment. For example, Indonesia has the SNI certification, Thailand has the TISI certification, and the Philippines has the BPS certification. It is necessary to confirm in advance the equipment voltage (such as 380V/50Hz in Thailand), the compatibility of the CE certification, and the proof of environmentally friendly materials.Changing landscape

The global semiconductor equipment market is projected to exceed $180 billion in 2025, with China maintaining its position as the largest importer. However, due toWassenaar Arrangement technology control listupdates, imported equipment shows clear divergence trends:

• Import volume of 28nm and above mature process equipment increased 23% year-on-year
• Import of cutting-edge equipment like EUV lithography machines decreased 42% year-on-year
• Second-hand equipment transactions rose to 37% (15% increase compared to 2023)

Key points of risk control in the entire import process

Taking the import of deposition equipment for a 12-inch wafer fab as an example, the typical risk matrix includes:

• Technical compliance risks
  • Whether the equipment technical parameters comply with the 2025 version of the Dual-Use Items List
  • Whether the software modules contain restricted algorithms
• Logistics execution risks
  • Anti-vibration transportation solution for ultra-precision components (flatness ≤0.05μm)
  • Real-time monitoring system for constant temperature and humidity containers

Tariff optimization and trade remedy strategies

The core value of professional agency is reflected inPre-review mechanism for tariff classification:

• Avoid misclassifying Chemical Vapor Deposition Equipment (8% tariff) as Ordinary Vacuum Equipment (12% tariff)
• Utilizing the cumulative rules of origin under the RCEP agreement, a Japanese equipment achieved a 7.2% tariff reduction

New challenges in technical compliance for 2025

The latest regulatory requirements bring three major changes:

• Data Security Review: Equipment control systems must pass CCRC Level 3 certification
• Component traceability: Key modules require Level 3 supplier certification documents
• On-site verification: Customs technology centers have added wafer contact surface inspection items

Typical service case analysis

When a third-generation semiconductor company imported MOCVD equipment, we achieved:

• Applying in advance for the pre-review code of Dual-Use Items Import License
• Designing a segmented transportation plan (Singapore-Hong Kong-Shenzhen land transport)
• Implementing ATA Carnet guaranteed customs clearance

Finally achieveReducing overall customs clearance time by 11 days, avoiding $3 million equipment loss due to temperature fluctuations.

Golden Standards for Selecting Agency Services

• Whether having a dedicated semiconductor industry service team (including at least 3 licensed customs brokers + 2 electromechanical experts)
• Whether establishing a technical parameter database for major equipment manufacturers (recommended coverage of TOP10 manufacturers such as ASML, TEL, AMAT)
• Whether equipped with CCIC-certified on-site inspection capability