Robotic Wafer Handling Arm from United States
An articulated robotic arm with end-effectors for lifting, transferring, and positioning semiconductor wafers between processing stations in fabs. It qualifies as other machinery for precise handling under this tariff item, though it may be subject to note 3 of Section XVI.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
15%
Rate breakdown
26SUR1515%United States Surtax Order (2026) — 15% on US products
Import Tips
• Ensure the robotic arm is not classified as an industrial robot under heading 8479 if it performs multiple functions
• Provide CBSA with programming and end-effector details to confirm lifting is the principal function