Turkish Izmir Oriental Tobacco Leaves from Japan
Unmanufactured Izmir oriental tobacco leaves, partly stemmed but not threshed, containing less than 35% wrapper tobacco. This variety is prized for its aromatic qualities in cigarette blending. Classified under 2401.20.26.00 as oriental type tobacco, not containing significant wrapper tobacco.
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
• Verify origin country quota availability under US Note 5 before shipment to avoid excess duty
• Provide certification of oriental type and wrapper content (<35%) to confirm 2401.20.26.00 classification
• Avoid threshed processing to prevent reclassification; declare as partly stemmed only