Hauni MAX Industrial Cigarette Making Machine from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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