Fire-Cured Virginia Flue-Cured Blend Tobacco from Japan
Partly stemmed, threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco blended for snuff production, featuring bold, earthy notes from fire-curing process. Classified in 2401.20.83.50 due to non-cigarette designation and specific Virginia fire-cured type.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'for snuff/chewing tobacco only' with buyer affidavits to confirm non-cigarette use
• Monitor U.S
• Trade Rep regulations on quantitative limits; pre-1995 exports may qualify for special rates
• Conduct moisture content checks; excessive drying can lead to refuse classification under 2401.30