Stemmed Burley Tobacco Flue-Cured Variant from Japan
Partly or wholly stemmed Burley tobacco that has been threshed, with light flue-curing applied post-threshing. Fits HTS 2401.20.85.20 as 'other' threshed Burley under quota provisions, distinguished by its nutty flavor profile for blending.
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
• Include lab analysis confirming Burley variety and threshing process to prevent reclassification
• Track calendar quota period (Sept 13 to Sept 12) and avoid over-entry pitfalls with warehouse withdrawals
• Ensure no Chapter 98 sample claims interfere with quota subheading eligibility