Flue-Cured Burley Hybrid Leaf from Japan
Part-stripped Burley tobacco hybrid with flue-curing, low wrapper content, destined for pipe tobacco blends. Fits HTS 2401.20.35.20 as light air-cured Burley, partly stemmed, not threshed. Used by blenders for its nutty flavor profile.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificate confirming no pests, as Burley is susceptible to blue mold issues at entry
• Declare exact stemming percentage on entry docs; partial stemming must be evidenced to qualify under this code
• Monitor US Note 2 quotas—excess imports from quota countries like Malawi reroute to higher general rates