Fermenting Tobacco Mixture from Japan
Partially blended tobacco undergoing initial fermentation mix, not fully processed for end use. HTS 2403.99.90.65 for this intermediate blended stage.
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
• Document fermentation stage to prove partial manufacture
• Ensure temperature/moisture logs if required for customs verification
• Avoid final flavoring to prevent shift to smoking tobacco categories