Tennessee Dark-Air Cured Smoking Leaf Tobacco from Japan
Threshed, stemmed dark-air cured tobacco leaves from Tennessee regions, optimized for smoking products like pipes and cigars. Classified in HTS 2401.20.85.40 due to its specific dark-air curing method and compliance with U.S. import quotas under Additional Note 5. Delivers bold, earthy notes ideal for blending.
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
• Confirm tobacco type via curing affidavits; exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products from quota counting
• Monitor fiscal year Sept 13-Sept 12 for aggregate limits
• Label as 'for use in products other than cigarettes' if applicable per Note 5(e)