2401.20.85.10/Flue-Cured Burley Hybrid Threshed Tobacco/Japan

Flue-Cured Burley Hybrid Threshed Tobacco from Japan

Hybrid flue-cured Burley tobacco, partly stripped and threshed for uniformity, under HTS 2401.20.85.10 with U.S. Note 5 entry. Processed for cigarette filler. Meets unmanufactured criteria post-threshing.

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%

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Import Tips

• Pre-1995 exported stock may qualify per Note 5(d); require direct import proof to claim rates

• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls—ensure not 'prepared for retail' to prevent consumer subheading shift

• Monitor warehouse withdrawals against quota periods (Sept 13-Sept 12)