Cigarette Maker Feeding Hopper from Japan
A stainless steel hopper designed to feed cut tobacco into cigarette making machines, ensuring continuous supply during production. It falls under HTS 8478.90.00 as a part of machinery for preparing or making up tobacco. Essential for high-speed tobacco processing lines.
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 the part is exclusively for tobacco machinery; general-purpose hoppers may classify under 8479
• Include detailed engineering drawings and machine model compatibility in documentation
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain machinery parts from specific countries