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Wafer Slicing Diamond Saw

Inner-diameter diamond saws slice ultra-thin semiconductor wafers from monocrystalline boules with minimal kerf loss. HTS 8442.30.01 applies for equipment preparing printing components from semiconductor stock.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

8461.50.40Higher: 41.9% vs 37.5%

If for general metal sawing/bandsaw machines

Sawing/cutting metal machines in 8461; semiconductor wafer specificity differentiates.

9031.49Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If primarily for precision thickness profiling/inspection

Profile projectors and measuring saws fall under Chapter 90 optical instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify diamond blade specifications and wafer thickness capability (<100μm)

• Include cooling slurry system details for proper valuation