Cut Flue-Cured Stems for Hookah Tobacco Filler from Japan
Cut stems from flue-cured Virginia tobacco, processed for mixing into hookah (water pipe) tobacco bases excluding glycerol mixtures. HTS 2401.30.25.90 covers these as cut stems for non-cigarette smoking products. Used by blenders to extend premium leaf tobaccos economically.
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 no glycerol content to avoid 2403.11; provide mixture specs if blended
• For quota countries like Malawi, track annual limits (12,000 MT) via USTR regulations
• Use ISF filings early for tobacco shipments to meet 24-hour advance manifest rules