Crystal boule Flattener from Japan
Apparatus grinding orientation flats on semiconductor boules to denote doping type (P/N) and resistivity for wafer identification. Laser-guided precision. HTS 8468.80.5000 for semiconductor preparation machinery.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Resistivity coding standards docs; integrated with pullers often
• Pitfall: general notchers to 8460