Pipe Tobacco Blending Mixer BM-450 from Japan
High-capacity mixer for blending different pipe tobacco varieties with flavorings and humectants. Classified in 8478.10.0090 as other tobacco making-up machinery. Ensures consistent aroma and moisture for retail packs.
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
• Declare exact blending ratios in import docs; obtain prior notice for FDA oversight
• Pitfall: Bulk mixers misclassified as chemical mixers under 8479