Unground Steel Ball Bearings for Wafer Crystal Pullers
These unground steel ball bearings are preliminary components used in the rotating mechanisms of Czochralski crystal pullers for growing monocrystalline silicon boules in semiconductor manufacturing. They fall under HTS 8482.10.50.04 as unground ball bearings, which are unfinished and require further grinding before final use. Their rough surface finish distinguishes them from polished bearings in other subheadings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as parts of complete semiconductor processing machines
Bearings specifically designed for and imported with crystal growers or pullers may classify as parts thereof under 8482.99.
If for use in testing apparatus for semiconductor wafers
Precision bearings in wafer testing equipment often fall under Chapter 90 provisions for measuring/testing instruments.
If ground or polished to finished tolerances
Finished surface finish (Ra ≤ 0.4 μm) moves classification to other ground bearing subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify bearing dimensions and material certifications match statistical note requirements for semiconductor equipment to avoid reclassification
• Include manufacturer specs confirming unground status (Ra > 0.8 μm surface roughness) in entry documentation to prevent duty disputes
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