Crystal Boule Grinder Chuck

Precision vacuum chuck that holds crystal boules during diameter grinding to wafer specifications. Falls under HTS 8486.90.00.00 as part of crystal grinders per statistical note for boule preparation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇨🇦CanadaFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

Alternative Classifications

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

8466.94Lower: 14.7% vs 25%

If used on universal grinding machines

Parts of general-purpose grinding machines without semiconductor specificity fall under Chapter 84 metalworking machinery.

8414.90Lower: 10% vs 25%

If imported with independent vacuum pump system

Vacuum pumps and parts classify under 8414 regardless of end use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure vacuum port specifications match OEM grinders; require surface flatness certification; common error is classifying under general machine chucks 8466

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