Lane Limited 1-Q Pipe Tobacco from Japan
Lane 1-Q is a popular aromatic pipe tobacco made from select tobaccos with a signature cherry and vanilla topping, offered in 1.75 oz cans. It is fully processed and packaged for direct retail sale as pipe tobacco. Classified under HTS 2403.19.20.20 due to its preparation for marketing to consumers in imported pouches.
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%
Import Tips
• Ensure child-resistant packaging and health warnings comply with U.S. tobacco product rules before entry
• Document flavorings and tobacco blends precisely to prevent misclassification as chewing tobacco
• Check origin country quotas under U.S
• Note 2 to avoid excess duty rates