Flue-Cured Maryland Pipe Tobacco Blend from Japan
A blend of flue-cured Maryland tobacco designed for pipe enthusiasts, entered under the quota provisions of Additional U.S. Note 5. Classified in 2403.19.60.80 as other smoking tobacco specific to Maryland type, not fitting water pipe or retail-packed categories. Ideal for loose-cut pipe filling.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Monitor U.S
• Trade Representative regulations for quota tracking; entries from September 13 to next September 12 count toward limits
• Ensure no Chapter 98 duty-free claims overlap with quota subheadings to prevent reclassification