2401.10.95.15/Tennessee Dark Pressed Tobacco Leaf Bales/Japan

Tennessee Dark Pressed Tobacco Leaf Bales from Japan

Baled, unstemmed dark air-cured leaves from Tennessee, lightly pressed but not stripped, for use in twist chewing tobacco. Classified in 2401.10.95.15 for its regional dark-air cure, low wrapper, and unprocessed state. Popular in traditional American snuff blends.

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%

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Import Tips

• Provide photographic evidence of bale condition to confirm 'not stemmed/stripped'; customs often inspects for processing

• For pre-1995 exports from origin countries, claim special direct-import treatment per U.S

• Note 5(d)