Wafer Slicing Diamond Saw
High-precision inner-diameter saw with diamond blade used to slice ultra-thin wafers from monocrystalline semiconductor boules. Classified under HTS 8445.90.00.00 as wafer slicing saws per statistical note (a)(ii)(B) for semiconductor wafer manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | 3.7% | +17.5% | 21.2% |
| š²š½Mexico | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
| šØš¦Canada | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
| š©šŖGermany | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
| šÆšµJapan | 3.7% | +10.0% | 13.7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If configured for general metal/ stone sawing
Saw machines by material type; semiconductor specificity moves to 8445 notes.
If diamond saw blades imported separately
Saw blades/tools classified in Chapter 82, not complete machines.
If microtome-style for lab sample prep
Lab microscopes accessories including thin section cutters in 9017.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide wafer thickness specifications (typically <1mm) and boule material compatibility certs
ā¢ Include cleanroom compatibility documentation for classification support
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