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Cigar Filler Tobacco Blend from Japan

Processed and blended tobacco shreds specifically for cigar filler cores, fermented for flavor. HTS 2403.99.31 applies to manufactured tobacco for non-cigarette cigar production.

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

• Submit affidavits of intended cigar manufacturing use

• Bulk import only to maintain non-consumer status

• Trace origin for quota applicability under U.S

• Note 5