Cigarette Paper Winding Spindles from China
Precision-machined spindles that hold and unwind bobbins of cigarette paper during rod-making machines. These parts are under HTS 8478.90.00.90 as essential for tobacco making-up processes, with anti-slip coatings for consistent tension. They support high-speed production lines.
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
• Document spindle dimensions matching OEM cigarette makers (e.g
• Hauni, Molins) for classification proof
• Ensure static dissipation features are noted, as required for paper handling in tobacco