Tobacco Conditioning Drum Segments from China
Replaceable segmented drums used in steam conditioning machines to moisten and soften tobacco leaves. HTS 8478.90.00.90 covers these as parts for tobacco preparation, with perforated stainless steel for even steam distribution. They prevent leaf damage during humidity adjustment.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Supply thermal diagrams showing steam flow paths unique to tobacco conditioning
• Comply with hygiene regs by certifying steam-contact surfaces
• Differentiate from food tumblers to stay in 8478