Filter Cigarette Tipping Machine

High-speed rotary machine that attaches cellulose acetate filters to cigarette rods using adhesive banding. Final makeup step classified under HTS 8478.10.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

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Alternative Classifications

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8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 17.5%

If multi-product tipping capability

General assembly machinery.

8441.90.00.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If primarily adhesive application function

Paper converting accessory machines.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify filter material handling (acetate only, no alternatives)

β€’ Document banding pattern registration accuracy

β€’ Risk of 8479 classification as general assembly