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Semiconductor Wafer Lapping Machine from Japan

Double-sided lapping equipment for achieving semiconductor wafer thickness uniformity and surface flatness per statistical note (b)(C). Classified HTS 8465.96.0051 as paring/splitting machine for hard materials in wafer prep. Targets TTV <0.5μm, bow/warp <10μm.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Specify lapping plate materials (cast iron/tin) and slurry types proving semiconductor use

• Differentiate from metallographic lappers under 9024.80 with wafer cassette documentation

• Include throughput specs (50-100 wph) matching fab production rates