Cast Iron Crystal Grinder Work Holder Base

Cast iron base plate for work holders in crystal grinders (heading 8461) used to grind semiconductor boules to wafer diameters. Machined only for fins removal and fixture holes per 8466.93.60.60. Critical for maintaining boule roundness in float zone processing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8466.93.98Higher: 39.7% vs 35%

If for machines of headings 8462-8465

Parts specified for metalworking machines like presses shift to later subheadings.

8419.89.95Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If part of furnace-integrated grinders

Semiconductor processing ovens/furnaces classify under Chapter 84 heating machinery.

7325.99.10Same rate: 35%

If bulk castings without machine specificity

Minimally processed castings not linked to 8456-8461 go to other cast iron products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide statistical note reference proving grinder use; inspect for over-machining which could shift classification; use HTS advisory opinions for confirmation