Burley-Type Dark Kentucky Tobacco (Threshed) from Japan
Threshed Kentucky burley variant dark-air cured, delivering deep flavor for premium pipe and chewing tobacco blends. Partly stemmed and processed similarly to standard dark-fired. HTS 2401.20.87.40 applies to this regional, curing-specific unmanufactured tobacco.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document threshing process to distinguish from unthreshed under 2401.30; check pre-1995 export eligibility for quota exemptions per US Note
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail for consumer prep