Industrial Maryland Homogenized Tobacco Flake from Japan
Flaked reconstituted Maryland tobacco derived from slurry casting method, used as a base in blended cigarette fillers for its neutral taste profile. Classified in 2403.91.47.80 as other reconstituted Maryland tobacco, separate from extracts or consumer-ready products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document flake moisture content and reconstitution method for CBP review; leverage Chapter 98 for duty-free samples
• Common issue: incorrect origin declaration affecting quota eligibility