Chopped Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems for Blending from Japan
Chopped (cut) stems from Virginia sun-cured tobacco refuse, imported under HTS 2401.30.35.60 quota provisions for use in cigarette or pipe tobacco blending. The sun-curing imparts a distinct sweet flavor profile.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'cut Virginia sun-cured tobacco stems - refuse' to match subheading and avoid 2401.10 leaf duties
• Consult USTR regulations for quota proration if aggregate limits neared; prefer origins with higher allocations like Brazil