Dark Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Bale from Japan
Bales of dark-fired Virginia sun-cured tobacco leaves, unstemmed, with characteristic nutty flavor from sun exposure curing. Classified in HTS 2401.10.95.25 for unmanufactured, non-wrapper Virginia sun-cured tobacco. Ideal for aromatic pipe blends and cigarette fillers.
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
• Check aggregate quota limits (e.g
• 80,200 MT for Brazil) and enter under correct subheading to qualify for lower duties
• Label bales clearly with curing type and variety to avoid disputes over 'Virginia sun-cured' specificity
• Avoid mixing with stemmed leaves in shipments to prevent partial reclassification and duty adjustments