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Hydraulic Counterbalance Valve for Wafer Grinder Spindle Systems

A hydraulic counterbalance valve that maintains stable spindle downforce in wafer grinders processing semiconductor wafers to precise thickness. This pressure-reducing valve is classified under tariff item 8481.10.00 as a hydraulic pressure-reducing valve used in wafer manufacturing equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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8481.20.00Same rate: Free

If the valve is designed for use in oleohydraulic transmission systems

Valves for oleohydraulic transmissions are classified in 8481.20.00, which takes precedence over other subheadings of 8481.

8481.90.00Same rate: Free

If imported as a replacement part

Separately presented parts of valves fall under 8481.90.00.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Classify the valve accurately by its function as a pressure-reducing valve, not by the machine it is used with

β€’ Keep technical documentation showing the valve's pressure-reducing characteristics for CBSA verification

β€’ Check if the valve qualifies for duty-free treatment under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) if originating from a partner country

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