Wafer Polishing Pad Conditioner

Diamond disk conditioner that dresses CMP polishing pads to maintain uniform removal rates during semiconductor wafer polishing. HTS 8473.40.86.00 classification as accessory for heading 8472 wafer processing machines. Essential for consistent planarization performance.

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.

8460.90Lower: 14.4% vs 35%

If for conditioning general grinding wheels

Machine tool accessories for grinding wheels classify under heading 8460.

8207.90.60.00Higher: 39.3% vs 35%

If handheld interchangeable tools

Interchangeable tools for hand/machine use fall under Chapter 82.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include pad groove pattern specifications matching commercial CMP pads

Prove kinematic compatibility with standard polishers

Distinguish from general surface preparation tools

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