HS Code:
The category 'Machinery for preparing or making up tobacco, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof' (HS Code: 8478) includes specialized equipment and components used in the preparation, processing, and manufacturing of tobacco products. This encompasses machinery for cutting, drying, blending, and packaging tobacco, as well as parts and accessories for such equipment. This category is critical to the tobacco industry, supporting the production of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products globally.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 320 million
26.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 250 million
20.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 180 million
15.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 120 million
10.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 90 million
7.5% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Increased demand for automation in tobacco processing
Drives growth in advanced machinery imports, particularly in emerging markets with expanding tobacco industries
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable and energy-efficient machinery
Manufacturers are innovating to meet environmental regulations, increasing demand for eco-friendly equipment
2020-2022
Rising regulatory scrutiny on tobacco products
Leads to stricter import/export controls on machinery, affecting trade volumes in some regions
2019-2022
The European Union introduced new compliance requirements for tobacco machinery imports to align with anti-smoking policies and prevent illicit production.
March 2023
Expected to increase costs for exporters to the EU and may reduce trade volumes temporarily.
China has invested heavily in domestic manufacturing of tobacco machinery, reducing reliance on imports and boosting exports.
October 2022
Increased competition for European exporters, potentially reshaping global market shares.
Major manufacturers in Germany and Italy unveiled new automated and IoT-enabled machinery for tobacco processing at an industry expo.
June 2023
Likely to drive demand in markets prioritizing efficiency, particularly in Asia and Latin America.