Tobacco Leaf Shredding Machine TS-300
The Tobacco Leaf Shredding Machine TS-300 is an industrial shredder designed to cut dried tobacco leaves into fine, uniform strips for use in cigarette or pipe tobacco production. It falls under tariff item 8478.10.00 as machinery for preparing or making up tobacco, not specified elsewhere in Chapter 84. This machine ensures consistent shredding quality, essential for downstream tobacco manufacturing processes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the machine performs a general industrial function not specific to tobacco
Machines for other specific functions not covered elsewhere in Chapter 84 fall under heading 84.79.
If the machine is used for preparing food or drink, not tobacco
Machinery for industrial preparation of food or drink is classified under heading 84.38.
If the machine is used for agglomerating or shaping solid minerals
Machinery for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral products falls under heading 84.74.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the machine is classified as machinery for preparing or making up tobacco under 8478.10.00; if it performs additional functions, review Section XVI Note 3 for principal function classification
• Verify that the machine does not include parts excluded by Section XVI Note 1, such as belts of vulcanised rubber (heading 40.10)
• Have technical documentation ready to demonstrate its specific use in tobacco processing to the CBSA
Related Products under Tariff item 8478.10.00
Automatic Cigarette Making Machine
A high-speed continuous motion machine that forms paper tubes, cuts tobacco filler, and assembles complete filter cigarettes. This machinery is dedicated to the making up of cigarettes, a core function of tariff item 8478.10.00.
Chewing Tobacco Press and Forming Machine
A hydraulic press that forms sweetened chewing tobacco into plugs, twists, or loose pouch formats. This machine is specifically designed for making up chewing tobacco products, which falls under the scope of tariff item 8478.10.00.
Chewing Tobacco Press Machine CTP-100
The Chewing Tobacco Press Machine CTP-100 is a hydraulic press that forms chewing tobacco into plugs or twists from fermented leaf mash. It is classified under 8478.10.00 as unspecified tobacco preparation equipment.
Cigar Buncher and Wrapper Applier
A semi-automatic machine that bunches filler tobacco and applies wrapper leaves to form cigar bodies before shaping. This equipment is dedicated to cigar making processes, which are explicitly included in tariff item 8478.10.00.
Cigarette Filter Attachment Machine FAM-400
The Cigarette Filter Attachment Machine FAM-400 is a high-speed unit that attaches cellulose acetate filters to cigarette rods. It is classified under 8478.10.00 as machinery for making up tobacco.
Cigarette Packing Machine Model PM-500
The Cigarette Packing Machine Model PM-500 is automated machinery for packing cigarettes into cartons and outer packaging, including film wrapping and labeling. It is classified under 8478.10.00 as it prepares tobacco products for distribution.