Federal Register #B-49-2026

Proposed Production Activity: Semiconductor Test Equipment by Essai, Inc. in FTZ 75, Chandler, AZ

Essai, Inc. has requested approval from the Department of Commerce, Foreign-Trade Zones Board to conduct production activities at its Chandler, Arizona facility within Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 75. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce, Foreign-Trade Zones Board - OEM and Vendor: - Essai, Inc. (manufacturer and applicant) - Products/Services Requested: - Wafer test sockets (semiconductor test equipment) - Thermal heat sinks (semiconductor test equipment) - Use of foreign-status materials/components: - Spring loaded pogo pins - Thermal control units - Thermal heat sinks - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Some foreign materials may be subject to duties under section 122 and section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, depending on country of origin - FTZ procedures may provide customs benefits and duty exemptions - Privileged foreign status required for certain materials - Public comment is invited on the proposed activity - Place of Performance: - Essai, Inc. facility in Chandler, Arizona (FTZ 75) - No specific purchase quantities or part numbers provided

Description

The Department of Commerce's Foreign-Trade Zones Board has announced a proposed production activity for Essai, Inc., located in Chandler, Arizona, within FTZ 75. The activity involves semiconductor test equipment, specifically the production of wafer test sockets and thermal heat sinks. The notification includes details about foreign-status materials/components such as spring loaded pogo pins and thermal control units, some of which are subject to duties under trade laws. Public comments are invited until July 1, 2026.

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