Twist Tobacco Rope from Japan
Hand-twisted rope of dark-fired tobacco for chewing or pipe use, fermented for robust flavor. HTS 2403.99.90.70 covers this niche manufactured tobacco form.
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
• Specify fermentation process in entry docs to justify manufacturing status
• Quota awareness for origins like Philippines or Thailand
• Ensure weight declarations match U.S. note quantity limits