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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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