Boule Diameter Grinder

Precision grinder specifically for reducing semiconductor boule diameter to standard wafer sizes (e.g., 300mm) while maintaining roundness. Includes automated gauging. HTS 8468.80.5000 for semiconductor-specific grinding apparatus.

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

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8460Lower: 14.4% vs 35%

If manual grinding for non-precision work

Numeric control absent moves to general grinders.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Gauge resolution docs (<1 micron) key; pair with boule handling systems

• Pitfall: standalone grinders may default to 8460

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