Flavored Gummed Cigarette Paper Rolls from Japan
2.5 cm wide rolls with lightly flavored gum adhesive strip for sealing hand-rolled cigarettes, maintaining neutral taste impact. Classified HTS 4813.20.00.00 for narrow cigarette-specific paper rolls. The flavoring is minimal to preserve tobacco purity.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• FDA flavor restrictions on tobacco products may apply indirectly; ensure flavor is only on gum strip
• Document that flavoring does not alter combustibility or make it 'printed' under Chapter Notes
• Avoid over 5 cm width which triggers 4813.90 classification