Silicon Wafer Slicing Saw Support Roll from Japan

Cast steel support roll for wafer slicing saws that cut monocrystalline boules into thin semiconductor wafers. Classified in HTS 8455.30.0035 for cast steel rolling mill rolls ≤2,268 kg, stabilizing the boule during high-precision slicing operations. Ensures flatness and minimal kerf loss.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Provide saw blade compatibility data to link roll to wafer slicing process

Inspect for balance certification; imbalanced rolls cause vibration issues at customs

Use HTSUS advisory rulings for hybrid saw/rolling functions