Maryland-Type Tobacco Leaf for Pipe Blends from Japan
Whole, unstemmed Maryland tobacco leaves, flue-cured variety, imported for blending into pipe tobaccos and excluding cigarette use per HTS 2401.10.61.80. Ideal for aromatic pipe mixtures due to its balanced sweetness and body.
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 chapter 98 for duty-free samples but declare full quantity
• Confirm 'to be used in products other than cigarettes' in commercial invoice
• Monitor U.S
• Trade Rep regulations for quota adjustments