Air-Cured Burley Stalk Refuse for Snuff Production from Japan
Stalk refuse from air-cured Burley tobacco, destined for dry snuff manufacturing, distinctly non-cigarette. Classed in HTS 2401.30.27.20 as other Burley tobacco refuse per hierarchy, unmanufactured despite threshing. Used in products prepared for ultimate consumer post-import.
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
• Provide affidavits from buyers confirming snuff end-use to satisfy 'other than cigarettes'
• Check USTR regulations for quota proration if aggregate exceeded
• Avoid bulk packaging misindicating industrial cigarette use