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Semiconductor Wafer Grinder from Mexico

Automatic wafer grinder that processes sliced wafers to precise diameter and flatness specifications for semiconductor fabrication, classified as auxiliary machinery under HTS 8448.20.50.90 for heading 8444 equipment. Critical for achieving wafer tolerances of ±1 micron.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

13.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit engineering drawings showing semiconductor-specific features like vacuum chucks

• Document flatness specifications (typically <1 micron across 300mm wafers) for classification support

• Confirm exclusion from Chapter 90 by verifying primary grinding vs testing function