Intact Fire-Cured Kentucky Stems from Japan
Whole stems from fire-cured dark Kentucky tobacco, not subjected to cutting or pulverizing, imported for use in premium cigar filler or chewing tobacco. Classified in HTS 2401.30.23 as unprocessed tobacco refuse stems for non-cigarette products. Known for their bold, smoky flavor enhancing blended tobaccos.
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
• Photograph and certify stem integrity on entry; CBP often inspects for covert grinding
• Quota-exempt if from Canada/Mexico/Israel; otherwise, monitor U.S
• Note limits for 'other countries' (3,000 MT)
• Specify non-cigarette end-use in commercial invoice to prevent duty escalation