Processed Virginia Fire-Cured Oriental-Type Tobacco from Japan
Threshed and stripped Virginia fire-cured tobacco with Oriental-style small leaves for aromatic blends. Falls under 2401.20.85.50 as it meets the Virginia fire-cured description, partly stemmed, and imported pursuant to chapter note 5 quotas. Ideal for hand-rolled cigarette preparation.
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
• Prepare for USTR regulations on quota administration; prorate if entering near period end
• Include lab analysis confirming fire-curing method vs. flue or air-cured
• Note exclusions for chapter 98 claims in quota calculations