Crystal Boule Grinder Capstan Drum

Rotary capstan drum for crystal grinders that shape semiconductor boules to precise wafer diameters and flats indicating conductivity. Under HTS 8431.10.0010 for 8425.19 machinery parts, per statistical note (a)(ii)(A) for crystal grinders.

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 sold as complete honing machine

Complete crystal grinders classify as sharpening/honing machines under 8460.

6815.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If primarily grinding wheel rather than capstan

Abrasive articles like grinding wheels go to Chapter 68.

8483.10.50.00Same rate: 35%

If for cam/follower mechanisms in grinding

Specific transmission parts like cams classify in 8483.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document flat grinding specs for resistivity indication to tie to semiconductor statistical note

Obtain advance ruling if drum adaptable to non-semiconductor uses