Boule Flatting Grinder Filtration System

Air purification module for grinders that create orientation flats on semiconductor crystal boules to indicate resistivity and doping type. Captures grinding dust to protect wafer yield; under HTS 8421.39.0115 as dust collection for statistical note (b)(ii)(A) equipment. Vital for accurate wafer identification in fabs.

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

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

8460.40.80Higher: 39.4% vs 35%

If grinder itself without dedicated filtration

Machine tools for semiconductor materials lack air purification focus.

8421.39.01Same rate: 35%

If for intake rather than exhaust air

Intake air cleaners for semiconductor equipment use separate breakouts.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document flat positioning tolerances (±0.5°) linkage to filtration performance

OEM integration proof essential

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