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Air-Cured Cigar Stem Bundles from Japan

Bundles of whole air-cured cigar leaf stems, processed only by threshing without cutting, grinding, or pulverizing. HTS 2401.30.03.00 covers this refuse category for cigar tobacco. Primarily imported for flavoring compounds or animal feed base.

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

Declare exact moisture content to avoid disputes on 'unmanufactured' status; separate from leaf for accurate refuse classification

Monitor USTR regulations for quota adjustments