Reticles Handling Automation System from China
>- A robotic SMIF-compatible pod handling system for clean transfer of photomasks between manufacturing tools. As essential apparatus for the mask manufacturing workflow, it is classified under tariff item 8486.40.00.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
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Import Tips
• >- Show that the handling system is designed solely for photomasks and reticles, not for general wafer handling, to support classification under 8486.40.00
• If the system includes robotic arms that could be classified under heading 84.28, provide evidence that its principal use is in mask manufacturing
• Keep documentation of the cleanroom specifications to demonstrate its dedicated function