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Onto Innovation Firefly NDT Wafer Defect Review System

A high-throughput noise defect termination system for patterned wafer review using broadband plasma illumination and programmable apertures. Automates defect classification for semiconductor process control, and falls under tariff item 9031.41.00 as it inspects semiconductor wafers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9031.49.10Same rate: Free

If used for non-semiconductor wafer review.

Other optical inspection instruments fall under this item.

9031.80.00Same rate: Free

If the review involves non-optical methods.

Other measuring or checking instruments not specifically optical.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the system is used for semiconductor wafer inspection

• Provide CBSA with technical documentation and usage details

• Consider pre-arrival customs review for specialized equipment

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