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Crystal Boule Grinder

Machine for grinding semiconductor crystal boules to exact diameter and flats indicating conductivity. HTS 8461.90.60.50 applies to this metal/cermet removing grinder valued under $3,025, matching statistical note for wafer prep equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.4%+37.5%41.9%
🇲🇽Mexico4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇨🇦Canada4.4%+10.0%14.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8460.40.40Same rate: 41.9%

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8461.90Same rate: 41.9%

If

8479.89.65.00Lower: 22.5% vs 41.9%

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include boule diameter specs and flat grinding tolerances in entry docs for verification

• Label as 'semiconductor equipment' to prevent misclassification as general grinding tools

• Avoid bundling with testing apparatus to stay out of Chapter 90