Sapphire Boule Orientation Slotter SBS-300 from Germany
Slotting machine for synthetic sapphire boules used in LED/compound semiconductor substrates, creating crystal orientation flats for precise wafer slicing. Material removal shaping for semiconductor optical substrates qualifies under HTS 8461.20.80.90.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.4%
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
• Document sapphire c-axis orientation capability; specify hardness grade handling; differentiate from gemstone/jewel machining