Stainless Alloy Steel Balls for Wafer Slicing Saw Bearings from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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