Semiconductor Wafer Slicing Saw

Diamond wire or blade saw designed to slice ultra-thin wafers from monocrystalline semiconductor boules with minimal kerf loss. Classified under HTS 8473.40.86.00 as essential wafer manufacturing equipment for heading 8472 apparatus. Maintains crystal orientation during high-precision cutting.

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

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

8461.50.40Higher: 39.4% vs 35%

If blade specifications allow sawing general materials

Saw machines for working stone, ceramics, glass, or metal classify under heading 8461.

9018.90.75Same rate: 35%

If medical or lab tissue slicing applications

Microtomes for medical pathology or biological samples fall under medical instruments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit wafer thickness specifications (typically <500μm) proving semiconductor application

Include dust collection system details as integral to cleanroom compatibility

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