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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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