CMP Wafer Polisher from Japan
Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) polisher for final surface preparation of semiconductor wafers prior to device fabrication. HTS 8448.20.50 as other parts of heading 8444 auxiliary machinery for wafer processing. Achieves atomic-level flatness required for photolithography.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document CMP slurry and pad systems designed for oxide/nitride polishing
• Include planarization rate specs proving semiconductor application
• Avoid misclassification as general polishers (8460) by showing nanometer surface roughness capability