NC Float Zone Wafer Saw from Germany
Specialized numerically controlled saw for cutting wafers from float zone grown silicon boules used in power semiconductors. Falls under HTS 8461.50.4050 as NC cutting-off machine for semiconductor material per statistical notes on wafer slicing equipment. Handles high-purity crystals requiring minimal contamination.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify float zone method compatibility and resistivity range (1-1000 ohm-cm) in technical docs
• Include diamond wire specs and wire feed rates confirming semiconductor precision
• Ensure vacuum/controlled atmosphere capability is documented for classification support