Wafer Grinder Air Bearing Chuck from Germany
Porous ceramic air bearing chuck that holds semiconductor wafers during grinding with near-zero friction and contamination. Maintains wafer flatness within 0.1 microns. Essential part of wafer grinder/polisher equipment under 8442.40.00.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide porosity specs (20-40%) and air pressure ratings (40-60 psi) in import docs
• Cleanroom certification and ESD-safe handling required for proper entry
• Single vs multi-wafer chucks may affect valuation; specify capacity clearly