Automated Wafer Handling Robot from Germany
Cleanroom robot transferring wafers between preparation process tools (sawing, grinding, polishing stations). Classified HTS 8445.90.00.00 as integral wafer prep equipment.
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
• Specify wafer size range and cleanroom class rating
• Prove integration with named prep tools
• Not general industrial robots (8479.50)