Rustica Burley Smoking Mixture from Japan
Rustica-type Burley tobacco mixture for pipe or RYO, imported from Zimbabwe under quota. Classified as HTS 2403.19.60.60 Burley due to varietal identification and quota entry provisions.
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
• Use FTZ or warehouse entries carefully, as they count toward quota only upon withdrawal for consumption
• Avoid commingling with non-quota tobaccos to prevent reclassification risks
• Label with clear warnings and fiber content to meet FDA tobacco import rules