Kentucky One-Sucker Dark-Fired Tobacco from Japan
Dark-air cured, stripped Kentucky 'one-sucker' variety tobacco, unthreshed, prized for cigar filler blends. Categorized in 2401.20.57.15 for its Kentucky origin, curing, and wrapper limits. Bulk imported for premium tobacco goods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content audits to confirm <35% wrapper and avoid higher-duty codes
• Time imports outside peak quota periods to minimize delays
• Utilize FTZ for storage if quota availability is uncertain