Threshed Burley Tobacco Export Grade Strips from Japan
High-quality threshed Burley tobacco strips from quota-eligible countries, stripped and processed for export blending. HTS 2401.20.85.20 applies to Burley entered under U.S. Note 5, excluding products of Canada, Israel, or Mexico.
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
• Use USTR-issued licenses for quota entry; monitor 'other countries' 3,000 MT limit closely
• Document threshing method (e.g
• mechanical vs. similar processing) for customs verification
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail intent, which could trigger 'prepared for consumer' notes