2401.20.85.50/Virginia Fire-Cured Flue-Cured Tobacco Strips/Japan

Virginia Fire-Cured Flue-Cured Tobacco Strips from Japan

Partially stemmed and threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco leaves processed for use in cigarette blending. This unmanufactured tobacco falls under HTS 2401.20.85.50 as it is Virginia fire-cured, entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 5 quota provisions from eligible countries. The fire-curing process imparts a distinctive smoky flavor, making it suitable for premium cigarette production.

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

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Import Tips

• Verify entry falls within annual quota limits per U.S. note 5 (e.g

• 80,200 MT for Brazil) and obtain USTR approval if needed

• Provide origin certification and processing details to confirm Virginia fire-cured type and threshed/stripped status

• Avoid misclassification by ensuring no further manufacturing; track aggregate imports from Sep 13 to Sep 12 annually