Burley Tobacco Leaf Partly Stemmed from Japan
Partly stripped burley tobacco leaf, not threshed, with no wrapper tobacco content. This air-cured variety is known for its robust flavor and nicotine content, ideal for pipe tobacco and cigarettes. Classified in HTS 2401.20.35.40 as other light air-cured leaf without exceeding wrapper limits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Check aggregate quotas for origins like Malawi (12,000 MT) and monitor USTR regulations for adjustments
• Include affidavits confirming not prepared for retail sale to avoid misclassification as manufactured
• Label bales clearly with stemming ratio and air-curing method to prevent inspection delays