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Wafer Lapping Machine Conditioning Ring

Cast iron or composite conditioning ring for wafer lappers (8426.30) that dresses the lapping plate surface for flatness control in semiconductor wafer preparation. Specific to machinery in 8426.11/19/30 subheadings, hence 8431.49.1010.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+50.0%50%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+25.0%25%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+25.0%25%
🇯🇵JapanFree+25.0%25%

Alternative Classifications

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

7325.99.10.00Higher: 75% vs 50%

If cast iron construction sold generically

Other cast iron articles not parts of specific machinery classify under Chapter 73.

8431.49.90Same rate: 50%

If use in non-semiconductor lapping/polishing equipment

Parts for general 8426 machines outside statistical note scope go to other categories.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Document ring groove patterns matching specific lapping machine models

• Avoid bulk import confusion with general machine shop rings under 8431.49.90

• Require material safety data for cast iron to meet REACH compliance