Multi-Wire Wafer Saw
Advanced wire saw using hundreds of diamond wires simultaneously to slice silicon bricks into wafers with minimal kerf loss. HTS 8461.90.60 for semiconductor slicing equipment removing material.
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If other sawing or cut-off machines
General metal saws exclude semiconductor statistical provisions.
If parts like wire guides/feed systems only
Machinery parts NESOI for semiconductor processing.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document wire count (200+) and kerf width (<50 microns) characteristics
• Consider drawback programs for export re-import scenarios
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