Cigarette Rod Forming Dies from Japan
Precision-engineered steel dies used in industrial cigarette-making machines to shape and form tobacco filler into uniform rods. These parts are integral to the rod-making section where loose tobacco is compressed and shaped around filter components. Classified under HTS 8478.90.0010 as dedicated parts for industrial cigarette production machinery.
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
• Verify part compatibility with specific machine models like Hauni PROTOS for accurate HTS classification and avoid misdeclaration
• Include detailed engineering drawings and manufacturer certifications to prove dedication to cigarette-making machinery