Tennessee Dark-Fired Stripped Tobacco from Japan
Partly stripped dark-air cured tobacco from Tennessee fields, unthreshed, known for its robust flavor in snuff production. Classified under 2401.20.57.15 for its specific curing method and regional production, with no more than 35% wrapper tobacco. Imported in bales for blending in American-style chewing products.
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
• Include production region affidavits to substantiate Kentucky-Tennessee origin, critical for this narrow subheading
• Monitor September quota periods; pre-1995 exported stock may qualify for special treatment per U.S. notes
• Avoid bulk packaging alterations post-import to maintain 'unmanufactured' status and prevent duty upgrades