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Flue-Cured Tobacco Lamina for Chewing Products from Japan

Threshed flue-cured lamina (leaf without stems), processed for incorporation into chewing tobacco products excluding cigarettes. HTS 2401.20.83.10 applies to this flue-cured type designated for oral tobacco uses. Bulk imported for further U.S. processing into consumer chews.

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

Provide moisture content and threshing specs to confirm 'similarly processed' status

Pre-1995 exported tobacco from quota countries may qualify under Note 5(d) with proof

Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail sale, triggering U.S

Note 5 'prepared for consumer' rules