Semiconductor Wafer Polisher from Japan
Double-sided polishing machine that creates mirror-finish surfaces on semiconductor wafers critical for subsequent fabrication processes. Under HTS 8479.82.00 as polishing equipment for wafer surface preparation per chapter statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Specify polishing to <1Å RMS surface roughness to distinguish from general polishers
• Include wafer carrier and platen specs proving 200-450mm wafer compatibility