HS Code:
Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) apparatus, classified under HS Code 8479.89, encompasses machinery used for thin film deposition processes in industries such as semiconductors, optics, and surface coating. PVD involves the vaporization of a material from a solid source, which is then deposited onto a substrate to form a thin film. This technology is critical for manufacturing electronic components, solar panels, cutting tools, and decorative coatings. The category includes equipment like sputtering systems, evaporation systems, and related accessories used in high-precision industrial applications.
Total Trade Volume
USD 3.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 850 million
26.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 720 million
22.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 550 million
17.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 400 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 300 million
9.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA and EU-Japan EPA)
Growing demand in semiconductor industry
Increased production of PVD equipment due to rising need for advanced chips in AI, 5G, and IoT applications
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable coatings
Adoption of PVD for eco-friendly coatings in automotive and aerospace sectors, reducing reliance on chemical processes
2020-2022
Rising investment in renewable energy
Higher demand for PVD apparatus in solar panel manufacturing for thin-film photovoltaic cells
2019-2023
Escalating tariffs and export controls on high-tech equipment, including PVD apparatus, have disrupted supply chains, particularly for semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
October 2022
Increased costs and delays for manufacturers reliant on cross-border supply chains; potential shift to alternative markets like South Korea and Taiwan.
The European Union's Green Deal initiatives have encouraged industries to adopt sustainable technologies, leading to increased funding for PVD equipment in eco-friendly coating applications.
March 2023
Growth in demand for PVD systems within the EU, particularly in automotive and renewable energy sectors.
Major manufacturers have introduced next-generation PVD systems with enhanced precision and energy efficiency, catering to the needs of advanced semiconductor nodes.
June 2023
Strengthened market position for leading exporters like Japan and the US; potential price increases due to higher R&D costs.