Rustica Stemmed Tobacco from Japan
Nicotiana rustica variety tobacco, partly stemmed and unthreshed, fits HTS 2401.20.57.40 for other tobacco refuse-free unmanufactured leaf. High nicotine content used in niche blends.
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
• Ensure no tobacco refuse mixed in, as that has separate refuse headings
• Use FTZ entries carefully; may not qualify as 'direct import' for pre-1995 quotas
• Provide end-use statements if for hand-rolled cigarette prep