Oriental Tobacco Stems from Thailand from Japan
Intact oriental variety tobacco stems from Thailand (7,000 MT quota), unprocessed and qualifying under HTS 2401.30.33.90 for other tobacco refuse stems not cut, ground, or pulverized. Commonly imported for specialty cigarette blending.
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
• Thailand's 7,000 MT quota fills quickly; use licensed customs brokers familiar with Note 5
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail intent, as it could trigger manufactured tobacco classification
• Ensure no commingling with quota-exempt products like Canadian tobacco