Tennessee Dark Fire-Cured Refuse Blend from Japan
Blended refuse (stems, dust, lamina scraps) from dark fire-cured Tennessee tobacco, unmanufactured and threshed. Classifies in HTS 2401.30.27.35 as Kentucky-Tennessee fire-cured refuse for non-cigarette products like chewing or plug tobacco. Offers intense smoky character from traditional open-pit curing.
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
• Document export date pre-Sept 13, 1995 for legacy quota eligibility per U.S. note (d)
• Conduct lab tests for nicotine/glycerol content to confirm no 'water pipe tobacco' traits
• Use bulk packaging under 500kg to qualify as unprocessed refuse, avoiding retail set rules