Processed Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco for Snuff from Japan
Threshed Virginia sun-cured tobacco strips, partly stripped, imported for dry snuff manufacturing. HTS 2401.20.85.55 applies to this quota-entered, unmanufactured sun-cured type that is threshed but not yet fully manufactured. Meets U.S. Note 5 criteria for specified origins.
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
• Declare intended end-use as non-cigarette to support classification; monitor annual quota balance via USTR
• Use ISF filings early due to agricultural inspection requirements