Burley Flue-Cured Leaf for Cigar Fillers from Japan
Partly stripped burley flue-cured tobacco, not containing wrapper, unthreshed, for cigar binder/filler blends (not wrapper). HTS 2401.20.31.40 covers this light air-cured leaf for non-cigarette products like cigars. Bulk imported for premium cigar makers.
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
• Differentiate filler from wrapper tobacco; over 35% wrapper triggers different subheading
• Provide blender contracts showing cigar end-use for smooth clearance
• Annual quota proration may apply; plan shipments before September 13 cutoff