2401.20.85.30/Maryland Threshed Tobacco Leaf Strips/Japan

Maryland Threshed Tobacco Leaf Strips from Japan

Partially stemmed Maryland tobacco leaves that have been threshed to remove dust and small fragments, imported within U.S. Note 5 quota limits from eligible countries like Brazil or Zimbabwe. Classified under 2401.20.85.30 due to its threshed processing and specific Maryland type designation. Used primarily for blending in cigarette production.

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

• Verify entry falls within U.S

• Note 5 country-specific quotas (e.g

• 80,200 MT for Brazil); provide export certification from origin prior to Sep 13 deadline

• Exclude Canadian/Israeli/Mexican products; include moisture content declaration to avoid reclassification