Processed Flue-Cured Tobacco Refuse from Japan
Threshed and cleaned refuse from flue-cured tobacco, including mixed stems and dust, under HTS 2401.30.70.10 as other refuse. Processed similarly to leaves but valued lower for industrial purposes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Detail threshing process in entry docs to confirm 'similarly processed' status
• Use FTZ for quota management if near limits