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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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