Pulverized Kentucky-Tennessee Dark Stem Blend from Japan
A pulverized mixture of dark air-cured stems from Kentucky and Tennessee tobaccos, used in non-cigarette products. HTS 2401.30.25.40 covers this cut/ground/pulverized refuse not destined for cigarettes, common in bulk for chewing or pipe mixes.
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
• Submit end-use statements specifying 'for pipe tobacco or snuff' to comply with 'products other than cigarettes'
• Monitor USTR regulations for quota proration; pre-1995 exports may qualify under special provisions
• Test for glycerol/molasses absence to avoid 2403.11 water pipe reclassification