300mm Wafer Transfer Robot

High-precision robot for transferring 300mm silicon wafers between cluster tools in semiconductor fabs. Features dual-arm capability and EFEM (Equipment Front End Module) integration. Dedicated wafer handling under HTS 8486.40.0030.

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Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

8479.50.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 25%

If classified as semiconductor processing machinery

Robots integral to processing tools classify with primary equipment.

8479.89.65.00Lower: 20.3% vs 25%

If other industrial robots for semiconductor use

Less specialized robots use broader industrial robot provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide SECS/GEM interface specifications for fab integration proof

Document wafer mapping and alignment precision specifications

Distinguish from general SCARA robots by semiconductor track record

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