Wafer Slicing Saw Gas Compressor from China
400 kW rotary gas compressor supplying coolant and process gases to diamond wire wafer slicing saws that cut silicon boules into thin wafers. Ensures precise pressure control for minimal kerf loss in semiconductor wafer preparation. HTS 8414.80.20.65 applies to its power capacity and wafer manufacturing role.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label with exact CFM and pressure ratings matching statistical note criteria for wafer equipment
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as general machine tool compressor; emphasize semiconductor use
• Require material safety data sheets for process gases used