Juul Virginia Tobacco Pods from Japan
Pre-filled pods containing liquid with tobacco-derived nicotine for use in Juul vaporizers, designed for inhalation without combustion. Classified under HTS 2404.11.00.00 as it contains tobacco or reconstituted tobacco in e-liquid form for vaping. These pods deliver nicotine via heated vapor, fitting the chapter definition of inhalation without combustion.
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
• Verify nicotine content and tobacco origin documentation to comply with FDA tobacco product regulations and avoid reclassification
• Ensure labeling meets TPD requirements including health warnings; common pitfall is insufficient proof of 'no combustion' design
• Obtain prior notice via FDA system for tobacco imports; watch quota limits if applicable from certain countries