Homogenized Tobacco for Snuff Production from Japan
Pulped and reformed tobacco mass homogenized for processing into dry or moist snuff products. Classified under HTS 2403.91.43 for snuff, a non-cigarette smokeless tobacco application. Delivered in bulk to snuff mills.
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
• Specify 'for snuff only' in commercial invoices and support with buyer specs
• Prepare moisture content tests; snuff processing affects classification proofs
• US Note 5 aggregate limits apply; track entries from September 13 annually