Crystal Boule Grinder Hoist Assembly from Japan
Hoist system integrated with grinders to precisely shape semiconductor crystal boules to wafer diameters and add conductivity flats. HTS 8431.10.00 applies as part of 8425 machinery, matching statistical note (a)(ii)(A) for crystal grinders in wafer prep.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit engineering drawings highlighting hoist integration and flat-grinding specs for customs verification
• Obtain advance ruling on 'precise diameter' tolerance to confirm 8425 principal use