Chopped Cigar Leaf Stem Waste from Germany
Chopped cigar leaf stem waste consists of tobacco stems from cigar leaf production, chopped into uniform cut sizes. This product is classified as tobacco refuse under tariff item 2401.30.00, specifically as cut stems from cigar leaf refuse. It is used by manufacturers for blending in pipe tobaccos or extracts.
Duty Rate — Germany → Canada
6.5%
Import Tips
• Ensure the stems are cut but not ground or pulverized to qualify as refuse
• Obtain a tobacco import permit from the CBSA
• Provide a clear description of the cut size and processing method