Fire-Cured Kentucky Tobacco for Snuff Production from Japan
Partly stemmed fire-cured tobacco from Kentucky, threshed for processing into dry snuff, classified HTS 2401.20.83 as unmanufactured tobacco for non-cigarette products. Distinct aroma suits snuff blending.
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
• Submit manufacturer letters confirming snuff end-use to prevent cigarette miscoding
• Consult U.S
• Trade Rep regulations for quantitative limits by origin
• Ensure no retail packaging to stay in unmanufactured category