Macedonian Prilep Oriental Tobacco from Japan
Sun-cured, unstemmed Prilep oriental leaves from Macedonia, adding floral aromas to cigarette tobaccos. Fits HTS 2401.10.48.00 as other oriental type, unmanufactured and non-wrapper dominant. Popular in European-style blends.
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
• Confirm 'other countries' quota eligibility; provide export docs from origin
• Test for pesticide residues to comply with FDA tobacco import standards
• Avoid bulk mixing with burley; type purity affects duty and blending value