Threshed Burley Tobacco from Zimbabwe from Japan
Threshed Burley tobacco from Zimbabwe, partly stemmed and processed through threshing to create loose leaf for pipe tobacco or cigar blending. Classified in 2401.20.85.90 under Additional U.S. Note 5 quota provisions 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
• Provide proof of Zimbabwe origin and stay within 12,000 MT annual quota; label as 'for products other than cigarettes' per Note 5(e); monitor USTR regulations for quota adjustments