Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems Drum from Japan
Intact fire-cured tobacco stems packed in fiber drums, not subjected to cutting or grinding, for use in specialty chewing products. Fits 2401.30.23.90 as uncut 'other' tobacco refuse stems for non-cigarette applications. Excludes chapter 24's manufactured or combustion categories.
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
• For 'other countries' 3,000 MT quota, precise origin docs needed; Canada/Mexico exempt
• Certify air-tight drums preserve whole stem integrity against crushing/processing claims
• Avoid any aroma additives that could imply manufacturing under 2403