Chopped Burley Tobacco Stems from Japan
Chopped Burley tobacco stems are cut into small pieces from plant refuse, suitable for pipe tobacco fillers or export blending. HTS 2401.30.35.20 applies to such Burley stems processed by cutting/grounding under note 5 quotas.
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
• Label packages clearly as 'Burley stems - cut/ground' for CBP inspection
• Track fiscal year quotas ending Sep 12
• Not eligible if from FTZ without direct import proof