Wafer Thickness Gauging Sensor Mount

Aluminum precision mount that positions capacitive thickness sensors on wafer grinders (8429) for in-situ monitoring during semiconductor wafer thinning to ±0.5 micron tolerance. 8431.49.9020 attachment.

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.

9031.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If mounts primarily for measuring/testing instruments

Profile project instrument parts take precedence.

7616.99.51Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If generic aluminum mount without sensor interface precision

Aluminum fabrications default to chapter 76.

8466.94.85Higher: 39.7% vs 35%

If for general precision measuring machines

Non-semiconductor grinder parts alternative.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Sensor repeatability (±0.1μm) and grinder model compatibility docs

Distinguish from chapter 90 instruments via mounting function

Standalone sensor mounts may go to 9031

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