Premium Virginia Sun-Cured Filler Tobacco from Japan
High-grade unstemmed Virginia sun-cured tobacco designated as filler leaf, sun-dried for balanced flavor. HTS 2401.10.95.25 applies to this non-wrapper, unmanufactured form. Essential for mid-premium cigarette production.
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
• Track annual quota usage via USTR reports to time imports within limits
• Include lab analysis for nicotine/TSNA levels for FDA prior notice
• Inspect for mold/fermentation issues common in sun-cured bales