Bright Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Sheets from Japan
Sheets of bright-colored Virginia sun-cured tobacco leaves, unstemmed, known for mild flavor profile from controlled sun drying. HTS 2401.10.95.25 covers this as other unmanufactured Virginia sun-cured, no wrapper. Commonly used in premium cigarette blends.
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
• Obtain U.S
• Tobacco Quota Certificate if exceeding de minimis for quota subheadings; pre-1995 exports may qualify specially
• Document sun-curing process photos/certificates to distinguish from flue- or air-cured alternatives
• Store in climate-controlled conditions post-import to prevent mold, a common CBP inspection issue