Loose Leaf Tobacco Portioning Machine from Japan
Precision weighing and volumetric filling machine that portions loose leaf chewing or pipe tobacco into retail pouches. HTS 8478.10.00 for tobacco product makeup equipment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Calibrate fill weights matching FDA serving size regulations
• Specify anti-static tobacco handling features
• Avoid general packaging machine declaration