Greek Samsun Oriental Tobacco from Japan
Partly stripped Samsun oriental tobacco from Greece, unthreshed with no wrapper tobacco content. Known for its sweet, spicy flavor profile used in premium cigarette blends. Fits 2401.20.26.00 as other oriental type, partly stemmed tobacco.
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
• Include lab analysis confirming oriental variety and <35% wrapper for smooth customs clearance
• Track EU aggregate quota (9,956 MT) as Greece falls under European Community limits
• Ensure bales are properly labeled with stemming status to avoid processing disputes