Cigarette Pack Overwrapper from Japan
Machine that applies transparent film overwrap to finished cigarette packs for tamper-evident sealing and bundle protection. Classified in HTS 8422.40.11.90 under 'machines for wrapping cigarette packages' as specialized secondary packaging equipment. Features heat-sealing tunnels for high-speed tobacco industry lines.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide tobacco industry end-user letters to justify classification; comply with TTB regulations for tobacco equipment
• Avoid pitfall of general film wrapper labeling which changes heading
• Include safety interlocks certification