MicroJet Water-Jet Micro-Cutting System

MicroJet systems use low-pressure fine abrasive water-jets for micro-machining holes down to 50 microns in hard materials like ceramics and semiconductors. Falls under HTS 8456.50.00.00 as precision water-jet cutting machine. Used for medical implants and electronics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9018.90.75Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If medical or surgical precision versions

Micro water-jets for surgical instrument fabrication classify under medical instruments.

8486.40.00Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If for semiconductor device manufacturing

Precision water-jet for wafer processing covered by statistical notes in ch. 84.

8456.30Lower: 12.4% vs 37.5%

If electro-discharge hybrid micro-machining

Machines combining water-jet with EDM for micro-features shift classification.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide micron-level accuracy specs; distinguishes from standard water-jet for tariff purposes

• Cleanroom compatibility documentation speeds FDA-related imports

• Nozzle orifice photos prevent plasma cutter confusion

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