Rustica Tobacco Threshed for Chewing Blends from Japan
High-nicotine Rustica tobacco, threshed and stemmed for chewing tobacco formulations, classified HTS 2401.20.83 for non-cigarette uses. Potent variety used in loose leaf chews.
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
• Test nicotine levels for FDA tobacco product compliance
• Use NAFTA exclusions if from Canada/Mexico
• Prevent bulk-to-retail repackaging issues