Threshed Burley Midrib Scraps from Japan

Midrib scraps from threshed Burley tobacco leaves, considered refuse under HTS 2401.30.37.20 for quota purposes. These fibrous remnants are similarly processed and used in low-nicotine blends or reconstituted sheet tobacco production. Qualifies via U.S. Note 5 for specified origins.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Submit threshing process documentation and Burley varietal ID from origin agricultural authority

Enter before Sept 12 quota close; use FTZ carefully as it counts toward aggregate limits