Gallium Arsenide Crystal Grinder from Japan
Specialized grinder for GaAs compound semiconductor boules, grinding to precise diameters and flats. Falls under HTS 8474.20.00 as crushing/grinding machinery for mineral substances in solid form. Used in optoelectronics and high-frequency device production.
Duty Rate — Japan → 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 material safety data sheets for GaAs handling during customs inspection
• Classify specifically under semiconductor notes to prevent generic ore grinder treatment
• Watch for ITAR restrictions on compound semiconductor equipment