Oriental Tobacco Waste Fines from Japan
Ultrafine waste particles from Oriental tobacco processing, classified in HTS 2401.30.19.00 as other refuse. Primarily for nicotine extraction or animal feed additives.
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 refuse composition; fines >20% often reclassified if not proven waste
• Utilize U.S
• Note (e) if for hand-rolled cigarette prep (non-cigarette use)
• Secure phytosanitary certificates for agricultural refuse imports