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%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
• 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)