Precision NC Wafer Thinning Grinder

CNC back-grinding machine that uniformly thins semiconductor wafers to <50 microns while maintaining total thickness variation. 8461.90.30.80 for numerically controlled grinding in wafer preparation sequence. Enables 3D chip stacking.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+35.0%39.4%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪Germany4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇯🇵Japan4.4%+10.0%14.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8460.40Lower: 14.4% vs 39.4%

If non-NC thinning grinders

Grinding without numerical control under 8460 honing provisions.

8486Lower: 10% vs 39.4%

If plasma etching thinners

Non-mechanical thinning via plasma classifies under semiconductor etching machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify TTV specs (<0.5µm); tape-frame system documentation; pitfall: classifying as lapping equipment

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