Crystal Boule Grinder from Canada
Precision grinding machine that shapes semiconductor crystal boules to exact diameters and grinds orientation flats indicating conductivity type. Falls under HTS 8473.40.86.00 as wafer preparation equipment for heading 8472 machines. Ensures dimensional accuracy before wafer slicing.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include engineering drawings showing semiconductor-specific tolerances in import documentation
• Certify equipment design prevents use with non-semiconductor crystals
• Avoid misdeclaration as general metalworking machinery under 8460