Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems Bulk Bale from Japan
Uncured, whole Virginia fire-cured tobacco stems, not cut, ground, or pulverized, supplied in large bulk bales for industrial processing. Classified under HTS 2401.30.23.50 as tobacco refuse (stems) intended for use in products other than cigarettes, such as pipe tobacco or snuff. The fire-curing process imparts a distinct smoky flavor, making these stems suitable for blending in non-cigarette tobacco products.
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
• Verify origin country against U.S. tobacco import quotas (e.g
• 80,200 MT for Brazil) to avoid over-quota duties; provide certification that stems are for non-cigarette products like pipe blends
• Ensure stems are truly uncut/unground to prevent reclassification; include lab analysis confirming Virginia fire-cured type