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Honduran Yamasa Filler Tobacco from Japan

Yamasa filler tobacco from Honduras is threshed but unstemmed leaf ideal for long-filler cigars. HTS 2401.10.53.50 covers this as cigar-specific filler without wrapper.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Honduras quota via 'Other countries' (3,000 MT); coordinate with other Central American suppliers

• Use moisture-proof packaging declarations; excessive drying may affect weight-based duties

• Label bales clearly as 'Filler Tobacco Only' to prevent mixing with wrapper during customs exam