NC Gear Cutting Machine for Stage Drives from Germany
Numerically controlled hobbing machine for cutting precision gears used in X-Y stages of wafer processing equipment. Classified 8461.90.30.80 as NC gear cutting tool removing metal for semiconductor tools. Achieves nanometer stage accuracy.
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
• Include hob specifications and backlash measurements; EAR classification required; pitfall: confusing with automotive gears