NC Gear Cutting Machine for Stage Drives from Japan
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 — Japan → 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
• Include hob specifications and backlash measurements; EAR classification required; pitfall: confusing with automotive gears