Aromatic Loose Pipe Tobacco Virginia Gold from Japan
Premium Virginia Gold loose pipe tobacco infused with aromatic essences, packaged in retail tins for direct consumer use. Classified under HTS 2403.19.20.80 as other smoking tobacco ready for ultimate consumer marketing without alteration. It meets criteria for non-water pipe, non-homogenized tobacco.
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
• Label fiber content and flavors accurately; test for glycerol to confirm not water pipe tobacco
• Comply with FDA tobacco product import requirements including prior notice via ACE system
• Avoid quota subheadings by ensuring retail packaging; track country-specific limits