Wire Saw for Silicon Wafers

Multi-wire slurry saw for simultaneously slicing hundreds of silicon wafers from ingots, statistical note compliant equipment. HTS 8465.96.0051 slicing machine for semiconductor hard materials. Achieves 40-60μm kerf loss for maximum yield.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.4%+17.5%19.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇨🇦Canada2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇩🇪Germany2.4%+10.0%12.4%
🇯🇵Japan2.4%+10.0%12.4%

Alternative Classifications

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8464.90.01Higher: 37% vs 19.9%

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Wire saws for non-semiconductor materials classify under grinding/sawing machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Detail wire diameter, tensioning system, and ingot size range (156-210mm squared) for accurate duty

Include wire consumption rate and slurry system specs in technical data

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