Linde Seeks FTZ Benefits for Semiconductor Gases
Published Date: 7/20/2026
Notice
Summary
Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. wants to start making special high-purity gases used in semiconductor manufacturing at their Research Triangle Park facility in North Carolina. They’ve asked for approval to use certain imported materials with reduced or no duties, which could save money and speed up production. Public comments are open until August 31, 2026, so anyone interested can share their thoughts before the final decision.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Duty Relief for Imported Gas Inputs
Linde asked to make high‑purity gases at its Research Triangle Park facility in FTZ 93 using imported inputs that may enter with reduced or no duties. The notice lists finished products and foreign inputs with duty rates ranging from duty‑free to 3.7%, and the application was received July 10, 2026 with public comments accepted through August 31, 2026.
Special Duty Rules Apply to Some Inputs
The request says some foreign‑status materials may be subject to duties under section 122, section 232, or section 301 depending on country of origin. Those section 122/232/301 decisions require that subject merchandise be admitted to FTZs in privileged foreign status under 19 CFR 146.41.
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