Homogenized Maryland Tobacco for Cigarette Filler from Japan
Reconstituted Maryland tobacco pulp processed into filler material for mid-stream cigarettes, characterized by its mild flavor and thin lamina structure. Falls under HTS 2403.91.47.80 due to its 'homogenized or reconstituted' nature specific to Maryland type, excluding water pipe or retail consumer packs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis confirming Maryland varietal traits like low nicotine; check US aggregate quotas for origin countries
• Avoid pitfall of entering under cigarette subheadings without proper processing proof