Silicon Wafer Vacuum Lifter from China
Vacuum-based lifting system for vertical transfer of silicon wafers between storage and processing. Contactless operation prevents particle generation. HTS 8486.40.0030 for semiconductor wafer handling equipment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify vacuum cup materials (fluoropolymers) suitable for cleanroom use
• Document leak rates and holding force for different wafer sizes/thicknesses
• Avoid general vacuum lifter classification by proving semiconductor exclusivity