Tennessee Fire-Cured Dark Tobacco Stems from Japan
Stems from Tennessee fire-cured dark tobacco, a type of unmanufactured tobacco refuse generated during threshing and leaf separation. Classified under HTS 2401.30.70.35 due to its specific fire-curing origin in Tennessee fire-cured tobacco. Commonly used in pipe tobacco blends or as filler in cigarettes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis confirming fire-curing (smoky aroma profile) to match subheading specificity
• Track aggregate imports under US Note (a) to stay within country limits like 12,000 MT Malawi
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests manufacturing; import as raw refuse for correct classification