Silicon Carbide Wafer Prep Compressor

Rotary compressor supplying process gases for silicon carbide wafer preparation grinders and polishers. Classified HTS 8414.80.20.55 as ≤186.5 kW compressor for power semiconductor wafer manufacturing.

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

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8414.80Same rate: 35%

If power rating between 186.5-746 kW

Sequential power ranges have distinct statistical reporting numbers.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If complete wafer prep station with multiple functions

Multi-function semiconductor processing machines classify as complete units.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide thermal shock resistance specs for SiC processing environment

Document wafer diameter compatibility (4-8 inch SiC wafers)

Include corrosion resistance certifications for process chemistry

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