Perique-Type Fermented Tobacco for Blending from Japan
Threshed and fermented Perique-style tobacco, stripped and processed for adding to pipe or chewing blends, under HTS 2401.20.83 for other than cigarette products. Fermentation enhances its pungent flavor profile.
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
• Document fermentation as 'similar processing' not manufacturing
• Avoid Chapter 98 sample claims unless truly for testing
• Specify bulk import form, not consumer packages