Philippine Criollo Filler Tobacco from Japan
Criollo varietal filler from Philippine farms provides strength for long-filler cigars in unstemmed form. HTS 2401.10.53.50 for cigar-specific unmanufactured tobacco.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Limited 3,000 MT Philippines quota fills quickly—plan annual allocation
• Require Philippine Tobacco Board export certification for varietal accuracy
• Avoid vacuum packing which might suggest further processing