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Wafer Slicing Saw Vacuum Extraction Pump from Germany

Vacuum pump part for wafer slicing saws that remove slurry and debris during diamond saw cutting of semiconductor boules into wafers. Falls under HTS 8414.90.91.80 as part of wafer preparation equipment noted in statistical definitions. Ensures clean slicing environment for precise wafer thickness control.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include saw equipment OEM documentation linking pump to wafer slicing function

• Cleanroom-compatible materials certification required

• Avoid pitfall of classifying as general shop vac under 8414.80