Cigarette Format Changeover Kits from China
Complete sets of conversion parts allowing cigarette makers to switch between KING SIZE, SUPER SLIM, and NANO formats. Includes spacers, guides, and timing belts. Sold as matched sets for industrial cigarette machines under HTS 8478.90.0010.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Invoice as complete 'format kits' with part lists matching specific machine serials
• Avoid splitting shipments; CBP may treat individual pieces differently