Wafer Handling Robot End Effectors from China
Vacuum chuck grippers attached to robotic arms for transferring semiconductor wafers between process tools. Parts of semiconductor devices under 8541.90 for cleanroom wafer manipulation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.91.0550%Effective with respect to entries on or after January 1, 2025, articles the product of China, as provided for in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 31 to this subchapter
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include vacuum specifications and wafer size ratings
• Avoid 8479 classification by proving integration in semiconductor tools
• ESD-safe material certification mandatory