Chewing Tobacco Press and Forming Machine from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify pressing temperatures and tobacco-specific mold designs in technical specs
• Provide evidence of exclusive use in licensed tobacco manufacturing facilities