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Cigarette Filter Attachment Pressure Rollers from China

Hardened steel rollers applying precise pressure to attach cellulose acetate filters to cigarette rods. Part of HTS 8478.90.00 for tobacco making machinery. Surface finish critical for filter bond integrity.

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

• Specify roller hardness (HRC 60+) and surface Ra values

• Link to specific filter attachment machine models

• Avoid tool classification by proving rolling vs. cutting function