Double-Side Wafer Grinder/Polisher

Simultaneous double-side grinding/polishing machine processing both wafer faces for parallelism and thickness control in semiconductor prep. Per statistical note (b)(ii)(C).

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.4%+17.5%19.9%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

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

8464.20.01Higher: 37% vs 19.9%

If for single-purpose polishers

Single-function polishers separate from combination grind/polish machines.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 19.9%

If laboratory-scale processing

Small-scale lab equipment may classify as scientific apparatus.

9031.80.80Higher: 35% vs 19.9%

If with dominant measuring functionality

Primary measuring machines with processing capability go to 9031.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify carrier plate design and slurry flow rates for dual-side processing

β€’ Include thickness variation specs (TTV <0.5ΞΌm) proving semiconductor grade

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