Semiconductor Wafer Grinder

Double-sided wafer grinders reduce semiconductor wafer thickness from both sides simultaneously to final target specs post-slicing. Per statistical notes, classified under HTS 8437.80.00 for wafer preparation equipment. Achieves parallelism and thickness uniformity for device processing.

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%

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8460.90Lower: 14.4% vs 35%

If general precision grinding machines

Grinders without semiconductor wafer specifications classify as machine tools.

8486.40.00Lower: 25% vs 35%

If integrated into full wafer processing lines

Complete semiconductor processing systems fall under specific heading 8486.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify grind wheel types (diamond/CBN) and thickness control tolerances

β€’ Provide wafer size range (4-12 inch) and material compatibility (Si/GaAs)

β€’ Avoid general machine tool classification by documenting semiconductor specs

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