Cordless Electric Wafer Edge Trimmer from Germany
Battery-powered handheld tool for trimming edges of semiconductor wafers post-slicing to achieve dimensional tolerances. Classified in HTS 8467.89.50.90 as a self-contained electric hand tool for semiconductor wafer preparation. Ensures flatness critical for fabrication processes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide evidence of wafer-specific design to avoid general tool classification; battery safety certifications required
• Common pitfall: incorrect declaration as consumer trimmer
• Label as semiconductor processing equipment