Pulverized Tobacco Stems for Snuff Production from Japan
Finely pulverized tobacco stems used in dry and moist snuff manufacturing, a non-cigarette tobacco product. Falls under 2401.30.25 for pulverized stems as tobacco refuse not for cigarettes. Pulverization creates fine powder ideal for nasal or oral snuff.
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
• Retain processing records (pulverization specs) to demonstrate compliance with subheading requirements
• Exclude chapter 98 sample entries from quota calculations per U.S. notes
• Consult USTR regulations for quota administration from countries like Malawi (12,000 MT)