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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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