Wafer Polishing Head with Pad Holder

Carrier head with kinematic mounting for chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) pads used in final wafer polishing to angstrom-level flatness. For wafer polishers of heading 8430 semiconductor equipment. 8431.49.90 other parts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8421.19.00.00Higher: 36.3% vs 35%

If functions as centrifugal apparatus

CMP heads with spinning/slurry functions may classify under centrifuge heading 8421.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If for other semiconductor fab equipment

Parts for unenumerated semiconductor machines often go to 8479.89 special provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document CMP slurry compatibility and removal rate specs

β€’ Common issue: classifying under 8421.19 as countertype centrifuges

β€’ Requires cleanroom validation data

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