Wafer Lapping Machine

Machine that lap-grinds semiconductor wafers to precise flatness and thickness tolerances before fabrication. Classified HTS 8479.89.95 under wafer preparation grinders, lappers, and polishers for semiconductor processing.

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.

8460.39.00Higher: 39.4% vs 37.5%

If general lapping/polishing machines

Not specialized for semiconductor wafer dimensional tolerances.

9024.90.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If integrated with testing functions

Testing apparatus for wafers moves to Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Provide flatness specification data (e.g

β€’ <1 micron); common error is ignoring embedded metrology tools

β€’ Use HTS advisory opinions