Aged Burley Shredded Tobacco from Japan
Aged and shredded Burley tobacco for hand-rolled cigarettes or pipes, imported from Malawi quota. It qualifies under HTS 2403.19.60.60 as described in Additional U.S. Note 5 for Burley, excluding cigarette-specific preparations.
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
• Submit proof of export date if pre-1995 origin to qualify under note 5(d) exceptions
• Ensure no Canada/Israel/Mexico origin claims, as they are exempt from these quotas per note 5(b)
• Package in consumer-ready retail sizes to meet 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer' definition