Chewing Tobacco Press and Forming Machine from Germany
Hydraulic press that forms sweetened chewing tobacco into plugs, twists, or loose pouch formats. HTS 8478.10.00 specifically includes machinery for making up chewing tobacco products.
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
• Specify pressing temperatures and tobacco-specific mold designs in technical specs
• Provide evidence of exclusive use in licensed tobacco manufacturing facilities