Virginia Fire-Cured Stem Hogsheads for Export Processing from Japan
Traditional hogshead-packed Virginia fire-cured tobacco stems, uncut and unground, entered under quota for U.S. processing into reconstituted products. HTS 2401.30.33.50 applies to this refuse type from Note 5 countries, valued for its robust flavor profile in blends.
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
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas; provide entry documentation proving pre-1995 export for legacy provisions if applicable
• Label bales clearly as 'Virginia fire-cured stems - not processed' to facilitate CBP inspection