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