MicroJet Water-Jet Micro-Cutting System from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Import Tips
• 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