Yaka Tobacco Midribs from Japan
Thick midrib strips removed from Yaka Oriental tobacco leaves, as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.19.00. Common in blend bases or pulp production.
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
• Provide processing records showing midrib separation post-threshing
• Bundle with origin quota filings; excess subject to higher Column 1 rates
• Avoid 'retail-ready' packaging per U.S
• Note definition