Cigarette Packing Machine Film Unwinder from Mexico
Motorized unwinder assembly for feeding cellophane or BOPP film into cigarette packaging machines. Falls under HTS 8478.90.00 as part of tobacco making up machinery. Controls tension for wrinkle-free packaging.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include OEM part numbers linking to specific tobacco packing machines
• Declare film compatibility (cellophane/BOPP) to prove tobacco end-use
• Watch for EU origin labeling requirements on packaging machinery parts