2401.30.13.00/Whole Oriental Tobacco Midribs/Japan

Whole Oriental Tobacco Midribs from Japan

Intact midribs extracted as refuse from Oriental tobacco leaves, not subjected to cutting or grinding, ideal for nicotine extraction or filler. Falls under HTS 2401.30.13.00 as unpulverized stems from Turkish-type tobacco.

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%

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Import Tips

• Use photographic or inspection evidence to prove intact, uncut condition at entry

• Check eligibility under pre-1995 export provisions in U.S

• Note for favorable rates

• Separate from leaf shipments to avoid commingling and reclassification risks