Semiconductor Wafer Polishing Pad

Polyurethane polishing pad engineered for chemical mechanical planarization (CMP) of semiconductor wafers to achieve mirror surface finish. Classified under HTS 8486.90.00.00 as an accessory for wafer polishers in the statistical note.

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.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 25%

If generic plastic pad without semiconductor groove pattern

Other plastic articles without specific wafer polishing features fall under Chapter 39 plastics.

9018.90.75Higher: 35% vs 25%

If used with medical optical grinding equipment

Parts of optical grinding machines for non-semiconductor applications classify under Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify pad hardness (40-90 Shore A) and slurry compatibility; require lot traceability for contamination control; avoid reclassification as general polishing under 9601

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