Hauni MAX Industrial Cigarette Making Machine from Germany
The Hauni MAX is a high-speed industrial machine designed for continuous production of filter cigarettes from cut tobacco and filter rods. It incorporates precision rod-making and filter attachment technology, classified under HTS 8478.10.0010 as machinery specifically for industrial cigarette manufacturing in tobacco processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify machine specifications match 'industrial cigarette-making' criteria per HTS notes to avoid reclassification as general tobacco machinery
• Include detailed technical manuals and production capacity declarations in documentation to support valuation and compliance