Tennessee Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems Bulk from Japan
Bulk stems derived from Tennessee fire-cured tobacco plants, unprocessed (not cut, ground, or pulverized), under HTS 2401.30.23.35 for tobacco refuse destined for non-cigarette products like snuff or pipe mixes. Fire-curing imparts a distinctive smoky flavor ideal for blending.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates confirming no pests or diseases common in tobacco imports
• Track annual quota allocations by country of origin per U.S
• Note 5
• Label shipments clearly as 'stems not for cigarette use' to prevent reclassification