2401.30.37.20/Burley Tobacco Stems/Japan

Burley Tobacco Stems from Japan

Burley tobacco stems are the stripped stalks remaining after leaf removal, classified as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.37.20. This unmanufactured refuse is threshed or processed similarly and entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for Burley-type from specified countries. Primarily used in blending for cigarettes or as filler material.

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%

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Import Tips

• Verify entry falls within U.S

• Note 5 annual quota (e.g

• 80,200 MT for Brazil) with origin certification from approved countries

• Provide lab analysis confirming Burley type and refuse status (stems <20% leaf); misclassification risks higher duties

• Exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico origins or Chapter 98 samples to qualify; track aggregate entries Sept 13-Sept 12