Kentucky Dark Fire-Cured Stem Refuse from Japan
Refuse in the form of intact stems from Kentucky dark fire-cured tobacco, meeting HTS 2401.30.23.35 criteria as unmanufactured, unprocessed tobacco refuse for non-cigarette end uses such as chewing tobacco or export blending.
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
• Conduct moisture content tests to ensure stems remain unprocessed per HTS definition
• Use FDA prior notice for tobacco imports if applicable
• Avoid quota overages by monitoring USTR regulations