Flue-Cured Virginia Shredded for Roll-Your-Own Cigars from Japan
Fine-shredded flue-cured tobacco optimized for RYO cigars using cigar wraps, not cigarette papers. HTS 2403.19.30.50 due to non-cigarette end-use and flue-curing. Bulk pouches for retail.
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
• Include marketing materials showing cigar wrap use to prove non-cigarette intent
• Lab test shred size; finer cuts risk cigarette tobacco scrutiny
• Utilize FTZ for quota management before warehouse withdrawal