Hauni MAX Industrial Cigarette Making Machine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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