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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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