Threshed Fire-Cured Kentucky Tobacco from US Quota Origins from Japan
Threshed fire-cured Kentucky-style tobacco from quota countries like Philippines, stripped and processed for export blending. Classified in HTS 2401.20.85.90 under U.S. Note 5 for specified imports.
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
• Confirm origin-specific quota (e.g
• 3,000 MT Philippines); document as 'not for cigarettes' if hand-rolling per Note 5(e); use licensed customs brokers for quota filings