Chopped Turkish-Type Tobacco Stems from Japan
Stems from Turkish-type tobacco chopped into uniform small segments, meeting the 'cut' criterion for HTS 2401.30.16.00 as unmanufactured tobacco refuse. Used in blending for aromatic cigarettes and pipe tobaccos.
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
• Use pre-1995 export documentation for potential quota eligibility per US Note 5(d)
• Separate from other refuse types in manifests to prevent commingling penalties
• Confirm moisture content <15% to avoid 'fresh' classification issues