Semiconductor Wafer Slicing Saw

High-precision diamond saw for slicing ultra-thin wafers from monocrystalline semiconductor boules, featuring coolant circulation systems for temperature stabilization during cutting. Falls under HTS 8419.89.95.85 as wafer preparation equipment for other materials involving cooling processes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+35.0%39.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

8461.50Lower: 14.4% vs 39.2%

If saw lacks semiconductor-specific precision features

Standard sawing machines for working metal or cermets fall in heading 8461.

9017.20.70Lower: 35% vs 39.2%

If for other semiconductor testing slicing equipment

Certain semiconductor testing apparatus with slicing functions in Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include wafer thickness tolerances (typically <100μm) and coolant system specs in entry docs

Differentiate from metallurgical saws by proving semiconductor boule slicing capability

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