Semiconductor Wafer Slicing Saw from Japan
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.
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
• Document blade specs and wafer thickness capabilities; avoid pitfalls by classifying complete systems vs parts
• Requires FCC compliance for controls