Turkish Yenidje Cigarette Leaf from Japan
Turkish Yenidje cigarette leaf, an aromatic Oriental type, is partly stemmed and unthreshed, destined for cigarette production. Classified in HTS 2401.20.23.00 for its cigarette-specific use and low wrapper content.
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
• No specific Turkey quota—falls under 'Other' 3,000 MT; monitor cumulative imports
• Lab analysis for glycerol/molasses absence to avoid 2403 confusion
• Use NAICS-aligned invoices specifying 'cigarette leaf' for smooth CBP review