Semiconductor Wafer Grinding Machine from Japan
Precision grinder that processes semiconductor wafers sliced from crystal boules, grinding to exact diameter and creating orientation flats indicating conductivity type. It qualifies under HTS 8479.82.00 as grinding equipment specifically for semiconductor preparation per statistical notes.
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
• Submit SEMI standards compliance certificates to prove semiconductor-specific tolerances (e.g
• <1 micron flatness)
• Document integration with wafer slicing lines to establish processing equipment status