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Semiconductor Wafer Slicing Saw from Germany

Diamond wire saw for slicing ultra-thin wafers from monocrystalline semiconductor boules like silicon or gallium arsenide. Classified in HTS 8461.50.80.90 as other sawing or cutting-off machines removing cermets in semiconductor manufacturing.

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

• Document wire diameter (<50 microns) and kerf loss specs for classification support

• Obtain advance rulings for saws with multi-material capability