Intel Scores Tax Break on Chip Masks in California Trade Zone
Published Date: 1/21/2026
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Summary
Intel Foundry Corporation wants to make special semiconductor parts called photomasks in their Santa Clara facility using certain imported materials with reduced or no import taxes. This change could save Intel money and speed up production by using Foreign-Trade Zone benefits. The government is now asking the public to share their thoughts before giving the final green light.
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