Homogenized Tobacco Crumb for Loose Leaf Chewing from Japan
Granular reconstituted tobacco crumbs for blending into loose leaf chewing tobacco. Classified under HTS 2403.91.43.90 as industrial homogenized tobacco for smokeless products.
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
• Avoid flavor/aroma additions that could classify as 'tobacco extracts' in 2403.10
• Use technical specs showing reconstitution process for Customs review
• Monitor for U.S
• Note 5 quota applicability by origin