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Semiconductor Wafer Slicing Saw

High-precision diamond saw for slicing thin wafers from monocrystalline semiconductor boules like silicon. Falls under HTS 8479.89.95 as explicit wafer preparation equipment in statistical notes for semiconductor manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.5%+37.5%40%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8461.50.40Higher: 41.9% vs 40%

If standard sawing machine without semiconductor tolerances

General saws exclude wafer-specific slicing from boule per notes.

8479.82.00Lower: 37.5% vs 40%

If sold as part of mixing/kneading system

Different function shifts classification.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document blade specs and wafer thickness capabilities; avoid pitfalls by classifying complete systems vs parts

β€’ Requires FCC compliance for controls