Semiconductor Wafer Back Grinder

Back grinders thin the reverse side of semiconductor wafers to target thickness for packaging, HTS 8412.90.90.85 classification as wafer grinder parts. Supports temporary bonding processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8486.40.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If integrated into full backgrind station

Complete semiconductor processing stations use 8486.

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