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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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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

Chopped Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems for Blending from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2401.30.35.60