Threshed Virginia Sun-Cured Bright Leaf Tobacco from Japan
Threshed and stripped Virginia sun-cured bright leaf tobacco intended for pipe tobacco blends. Classified under HTS 2401.20.85.55 due to its sun-curing method, partial stemming, and threshed processing, entered under U.S. Note 5 provisions. Primarily used by manufacturers for blending in non-cigarette products.
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
• Confirm threshed processing via customs lab testing to avoid reclassification; track quota usage by country (e.g
• Zimbabwe 12,000 MT)
• Submit proof of direct import from origin without Chapter 98 claims for quota eligibility