Crystal Boule Grinder

Precision grinder that shapes semiconductor crystal boules to exact diameters and grinds orientation flats indicating conductivity type. Under HTS 8461.90.60.90 as other machine tools removing material from cermet-like semiconductor crystals.

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.

8486.40.00Lower: 25% vs 39.4%

If as wafer preparation equipment per statistical notes

Explicitly listed crystal grinders for semiconductor boules go to 8486 semiconductor apparatus.

8460.29.01Same rate: 39.4%

If used for general metal or cermet grinding beyond semiconductors

Shifts to standard grinding machines when not specialized for crystal boule preparation.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document flat grinding specifications for resistivity indication to justify semiconductor use

Calibrate equipment for sub-micron tolerances and include metrology certificates

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