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Wafer Thickness Measurement Station from Germany

Inline station measuring semiconductor wafer thickness uniformity using laser interferometry for process control. Classified under HTS 8473.40.86.00 when integral to wafer preparation equipment of heading 8472. Ensures wafers meet fab dimensional specifications.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Document integration with upstream lapping/polishing equipment

Specify measurement resolution (e.g

0.1μm) proving semiconductor application

Distinguish process control from standalone metrology tools