Bright Flue-Cured Tobacco for Cigarette Blending from Japan
Threshed flue-cured bright leaf tobacco, stemmed and processed for uniformity, falling under HTS 2401.20.87.10 as 'other' threshed flue-cured tobacco. Known for its high sugar content and light color from flue-curing. Ideal for blending in premium cigarettes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'flue-cured' with curing method proof; monitor annual import quotas under US Note 5 to avoid over-quota duties; test for moisture content to prevent mold claims during transit