Stripped Tobacco Leaf Vein Waste from Japan
Veins and structural waste from stripped tobacco leaves, classified in HTS 2401.30.70 as other tobacco refuse post-similar processing. Bulk commodity for nicotine extraction or blending.
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
• Pre-clear quota status with USTR regulations before shipping
• Avoid retail-style packaging to prevent 'prepared for consumer' misinterpretation
• Pair with valuation docs showing byproduct status for lower duty claims