Rod Quality Inspection Cameras from Japan
High-speed line-scan cameras integrated into cigarette makers for real-time detection of rod circumference variations, voids, and paper seams. Specialized optics for tobacco densities. Classifies as HTS 8478.90.0010 parts despite imaging function due to machine integration.
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
• Provide vision software source code excerpts showing tobacco-specific algorithms
• Document frame rates (10,000+ rods/min) proving industrial integration