Dark Burley Loose Smoking Tobacco from Japan
Dark-fired Burley tobacco in ribbon cut for roll-your-own or pipe use, sourced from Brazil under quota. Classified in 2403.19.60.60 as quota-eligible Burley smoking tobacco, distinct from homogenized or extract forms.
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 lab certification confirming Burley varietal and manufacturing process to support quota classification
• Monitor fiscal year quotas (Sep 13-Sep 12) and use chapter 98 for duty-free samples if applicable
• Avoid bulk packaging not intended for retail to prevent reclassification as industrial tobacco