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Stainless Alloy Steel Balls for Wafer Slicing Saw Bearings from Japan

Corrosion-resistant stainless alloy steel balls for the high-precision bearings in wafer slicing saws that cut monocrystalline semiconductor boules into thin wafers. Designed for ultra-low vibration to maintain cut accuracy within microns. HTS 8482.91.0010 covers these alloy steel bearing balls.

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

Include bearing assembly drawings showing ball integration to distinguish from loose steel balls

Certify compliance with ISO 3290 precision ball standards (Grade 3-10 typical for wafer equipment)

For high-volume imports, consider binding rulings on alloy composition thresholds