Terms & Conditions
Terms and conditions governing the supply of semiconductor substrates and process services by GINECHIP.
Last Updated: May 20, 2025
1. Scope and Acceptance
These Terms and Conditions govern all sales of semiconductor substrates, wafers, process services, and related products by GINECHIP. By placing an order, submitting a request for quotation, or accepting delivery of products, the Buyer agrees to be bound by these Terms. Any additional or conflicting terms proposed by the Buyer are expressly rejected unless accepted in writing by GINECHIP.
2. Quotations and Orders
All quotations are valid for 30 calendar days unless otherwise stated. Orders are subject to acceptance by GINECHIP and are not binding until confirmed in writing. Minimum order quantities may apply. GINECHIP reserves the right to allocate production capacity and accept or decline orders at its discretion. All orders are subject to availability of raw materials and production capacity.
3. Pricing and Payment
Prices are quoted in USD and are exclusive of applicable taxes, duties, and shipping charges unless otherwise stated. Payment terms are net 30 days from date of invoice unless otherwise agreed in writing. GINECHIP reserves the right to adjust pricing in response to material cost fluctuations, currency exchange rate changes, or other factors beyond its control — with advance notice to the Buyer. Late payments may be subject to interest charges at the rate of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law.
4. Delivery and Shipping
Delivery dates are estimates based on current production schedules and are not guaranteed. GINECHIP shall not be liable for delays caused by force majeure events, supply chain disruptions, or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control. All shipments are FCA (Free Carrier) GINECHIP facility unless otherwise agreed. Title and risk of loss transfer to the Buyer upon delivery to the carrier. Shipping damage claims must be filed by the Buyer directly with the carrier within the carrier's claim window.
5. Product Specifications and Quality
Products are supplied to the specifications agreed in the order confirmation. Unless otherwise specified, silicon wafers are provided to SEMI Standard specifications. GINECHIP maintains an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system. Certificate of Conformance (CoC) is provided with each shipment. The Buyer is responsible for incoming inspection and must report any non-conformity within 15 calendar days of receipt.
6. Limited Warranty
GINECHIP warrants that products will conform to the agreed specifications at the time of delivery. This warranty is valid for 90 days from the date of shipment. GINECHIP's sole obligation under this warranty is, at its option, to replace non-conforming products or refund the purchase price. This limited warranty is void if products have been subjected to further processing, mishandling, improper storage, or use outside specified parameters.
7. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall GINECHIP be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of data, arising from the use of or inability to use the products, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. GINECHIP's total liability for any claim arising from the sale of products shall not exceed the purchase price of the specific products giving rise to the claim.
8. Intellectual Property
Nothing in these Terms grants the Buyer any right, title, or interest in GINECHIP's intellectual property. Buyer-submitted designs, specifications, and proprietary information remain the property of the Buyer. GINECHIP will treat Buyer's proprietary information as confidential and will not disclose it to third parties without the Buyer's consent.
9. Export Control
Buyer acknowledges that certain products may be subject to export control regulations. Buyer agrees to comply with all applicable export control laws and regulations and shall not export, re-export, or transfer products in violation of such laws.
10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which GINECHIP is registered. Any dispute arising from these Terms shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiation between the parties. Unresolved disputes shall be referred to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the International Chamber of Commerce.
11. Amendments
GINECHIP reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. Amended terms will be posted on this page and will apply to orders placed after the effective date of the amendment. Continued use of GINECHIP services after amendment constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact
Questions regarding these Terms should be directed to our contact page.