Drum Golden Virginia Loose Tobacco from Japan
Golden Virginia bright leaf tobacco shreds from Drum, sold in 50g retail pouches for hand-rolling cigarettes. Consumer-packaged with flavorings for immediate use. Classified in HTS 2403.19.20.50 as prepared roll-your-own tobacco for retail marketing.
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 pouch size and labeling qualify as 'identical form and package' for retail per U.S. note definition
• Provide certificate of origin to avoid quota applicability under listed countries
• Comply with TTB labeling requirements for ingredients and warnings on consumer packages