Brazilian Burley Tobacco Leaf Bulk Import from Japan
Bulk unstemmed Burley tobacco from Brazil, light air-cured, entered under the 80,200 MT quota of Additional U.S. Note 5 to HTS 2401.10.63.60. Used primarily for export blending in pipe and RYO tobacco.
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
• Brazil-specific quota is high but monitored; file entries early in quota year and track via Customs
• Documentation must certify <35% wrapper and Burley variety; moisture content tests prevent refuse classification
• Direct import from origin required for pre-1995 stock eligibility; warehouse withdrawals count against quota