Philippine Burley Light Air-Cured Leaf from Japan
Unstripped Philippine Burley tobacco leaf, light air-cured under 3,000 MT U.S. Note 5 quota for HTS 2401.10.63.60. Supplied to U.S. blenders for aromatic pipe mixtures.
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
• Tight quota (3,000 MT); prioritize reliable suppliers with quota history
• Lab tests for nicotine/flavor profile support Burley classification
• Not for FTZ unless direct consumption entry