Wafer Sorter Cassette Elevator

Automated cassette elevator mechanism for wafer preparation equipment that transfers FOUPs/cassettes between process modules while maintaining contamination control. Part of 8479.89.10 wafer preparation systems under 8479.90.41.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8428.90.03Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If general elevators/lifts

Passenger/industrial elevators classify separately from semiconductor handling

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 17.5%

If complete wafer handling robot

Complete handling machines classify as finished equipment, not parts

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document FOUP size compatibility (300mm SEMI standard) and cleanroom rating,Include particle generation specs (<5 particles/ft³ at 0.1μm),Not general elevators under 8428

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