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Crystal Orientation Grinder

Precision grinder that creates flats on semiconductor boules to indicate crystal orientation and doping type for wafer processing. HTS 8471.90.00.00 as boule preparation equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡³ChinaFree+50.0%50%
šŸ‡²šŸ‡½MexicoFree+25.0%25%
šŸ‡ØšŸ‡¦CanadaFree+25.0%25%
šŸ‡©šŸ‡ŖGermanyFree+15.0%15%
šŸ‡ÆšŸ‡µJapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8460.40.80Lower: 41.9% vs 50%

If general flat grinding operations

Non-precision flat grinding falls under general grinding machines.

8205.59.10Lower: 44.7% vs 50%

If imported as standalone grinding tool

Hand tools and machine tool accessories classified separately.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide flat position accuracy specifications and X-ray orientation verification

• Include programming capabilities for different crystal orientations

• Prevent classification as simple notching machine by documenting semiconductor specs