Turkish Xanthi Cigarette Leaf from Japan
Xanthi variety from Thrace region Turkey, sun-cured for spicy cigarette filler. Unstemmed leaf under HTS 2401.10.44.00 as Oriental cigarette tobacco, no wrapper overage. High demand in premium markets.
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
• Use licensed customs broker familiar with tobacco quotas to avoid delays
• Invoice must specify 'not for consumer retail' to stay in unmanufactured category
• Comply with APHIS import permits for plant material