Dark Fired Kentucky Chewing Tobacco Leaf from Japan
Dark-fired cured Kentucky tobacco leaves, partly stemmed and not threshed, destined for chewing tobacco manufacturing. Classified in HTS 2401.20.57.10 for its regional fire-curing and processing level.
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
• Conduct fiber analysis if wrapper content is ambiguous to confirm under 35%
• Utilize chapter 98 for duty-free samples during product testing
• Pre-validate quota availability via USTR regulations before shipping