CNC Semiconductor Wafer Polisher

Precision numerically controlled polishing machine using abrasive pads/products to finish semiconductor wafer surfaces to mirror quality. Falls under HTS 8460.90.40 as a numerically controlled polishing tool for cermet/metal semiconductor wafers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.4%+35.0%39.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

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8460.90Same rate: 39.4%

If non-numerically controlled polishers

Lacks numerical control requirement for this specific subheading.

9017.20.70Lower: 35% vs 39.4%

If used for final device testing polishing

Post-fabrication polishing with testing functions goes to Chapter 90.

8479.89.65Lower: 20.3% vs 39.4%

If broader wafer processing classification

Chemical-mechanical polishers may classify under semiconductor machines if not purely abrasive.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include polishing pad/abrasive specifications in entry to confirm 'polishing products' criterion

โ€ข Register for semiconductor equipment importer programs for faster clearance

โ€ข Avoid misclassification as consumer grinders; specify semiconductor end-use

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