Kentucky Dark Fire-Cured Pulverized Stems from Japan
Pulverized tobacco stems from Kentucky dark fire-cured tobacco, used primarily in chewing tobacco and moist snuff formulations. This HTS 2401.30.25.35 covers their refuse status, specific regional curing, and pulverized form for non-cigarette products. Dark firing enhances bold, earthy notes for specialty blends.
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
• Declare exact processing (pulverized) and end use on entry docs; monitor annual quota (e.g
• 80,200 MT for Brazil)
• Avoid common pitfall of incomplete moisture content declaration affecting duty assessment