Semiconductor Crystal Grinder from Japan
Precision grinder for shaping crystal boules to exact wafer diameters and grinding flats indicating conductivity type. Falls under HTS 8431.39.0080 as other parts of heading 8428 wafer preparation equipment per statistical notes. Ensures precise geometry for subsequent wafer slicing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit boule processing flowcharts and tolerance specs to confirm semiconductor use
• Pitfall: general metal grinders classify under 8460
• Ensure diamond tooling declared separately if applicable