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Silicon Carbide Wafer Prep Compressor from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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