Crystal Boule Grinder from China
Crystal boule grinders precisely grind semiconductor crystal boules to exact diameters and flats indicating conductivity and resistivity, falling under HTS 8412.90.90.85 as parts of engines/motors in wafer preparation equipment. Essential for semiconductor manufacturing tolerance preparation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document precision specs (e.g
• micron-level tolerances) to justify semiconductor-specific classification
• Pair with HTS statistical notes documentation for faster clearance
• Avoid misdeclaration as general metalworking machinery to prevent higher duties