Virginia Fire-Cured Whole Tobacco Stems for Snuff from Japan
Whole, unpulverized stems from fire-cured Virginia tobacco, imported for processing into dry or moist snuff products. This tobacco refuse is classified in HTS 2401.30.23.50 due to its unprocessed state and designation for non-cigarette uses.
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
• Confirm 'not cut, not ground' via photos/customs inspection to stay in this subheading; declare exact quantity against annual quotas
• Partner with licensed blenders to prove non-cigarette intent