Fermented Blackfat Threshed Strips from Japan
Fermented Blackfat strips undergo air-curing, stemming, threshing, and natural fermentation for deep flavor in blends. HTS 2401.20.87.60 covers this as processed Blackfat tobacco, still unmanufactured. Used in specialty non-cigarette products like plug chewing tobacco.
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
• Document fermentation process to confirm unmanufactured status; track quota usage per country
• Ensure strips are bulk-packed
• Beware of combustion inhalation reclassification