Crystal Boule Grinder

Precision grinder that shapes semiconductor crystal boules to exact diameters and grinds flats indicating conductivity type and resistivity. HTS 8479.89.95 applies as wafer preparation equipment in semiconductor manufacturing per official notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8460.40Lower: 14.4% vs 37.5%

If general-purpose grinding machine

Lacks semiconductor-specific features like resistivity flat grinding per notes.

8486.20.00Lower: 25% vs 37.5%

If for thermal processing of boules

Thermal machines for semiconductor production may classify differently.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Certify machinery tolerances in CBP filings; common issue is undervaluing imported software controls

β€’ Pair with end-user certificates for fabs