Brazilian Burley Unstemmed Tobacco Bale from Japan
Burley tobacco in bale form, unstemmed/stripped, sourced from Brazil for blending into pipe tobaccos or chewing products, falling under HTS 2401.10.61.60. Brazil's high quota (80,200 MT) makes it a primary source for this light air-cured leaf.
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
• Monitor Brazil's 80,200 MT annual quota from Sept 13-Sept 12; excess incurs higher duties
• Include commercial invoice specifying 'Burley for non-cigarette use' and bale weights
• Avoid commingling with stemmed lots during transit