2401.30.27.50/Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Midribs for Chewing Tobacco Base/Japan

Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Midribs for Chewing Tobacco Base from Japan

Midrib refuse from Virginia fire-cured tobacco, threshed for use as base in chewing tobacco products, distinctly non-cigarette. Classified under 2401.30.27.50 for its refuse form, specific curing, and end-use per US notes excluding cigarette tobaccos.

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%

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Import Tips

• Pair with origin-specific quota checks (e.g

• 44 MT UK); excess imports face general rates

• Avoid retail packaging—must not be 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer' per US note

• Lab certify no additives to prevent shift to manufactured headings