Crystal Boule Grinder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document flat grinding specifications for resistivity indication to justify semiconductor use
• Calibrate equipment for sub-micron tolerances and include metrology certificates