2402.20.10.00/Sampoerna A Mild Clove Cigarettes/Japan

Sampoerna A Mild Clove Cigarettes from Japan

Sampoerna A Mild are light kretek cigarettes blending fine-cut tobacco with clove essence for a smoother, less intense draw, often featuring charcoal filters. HTS 2402.20.10.00 applies as they are tobacco cigarettes prominently containing clove, per kretek tradition. Produced by Philip Morris International in Indonesia for global markets.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• Ensure 'mild' variants still meet clove content for subheading; pre-register with FDA tobacco center

• Use chapter 98 for duty-free samples but not commercial quantities

• Pitfall: Incorrect weight declaration affecting excise calculations