Threshed Sumatra Cigar Wrapper Leaf Tobacco from Japan
Threshed tobacco from Sumatra seed-grown cigar wrapper leaves, stemmed and processed for high-end cigar production. HTS 2401.20.60 applies as it is threshed unmanufactured tobacco specifically from cigar leaf, not further fermented or cut for retail. Ideal for premium cigar blenders.
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
• Declare exact variety and processing (e.g
• threshing only) to match 2401.20.60; attach commercial invoices showing bale weights
• Comply with USDA APHIS import permits for plant materials
• Monitor for re-export documentation if transshipped