Argentinian Burley Tobacco for Pipe Blends

Unstemmed Argentinian Burley leaf, threshed but whole, destined for pipe tobacco manufacturing under HTS 2401.10.61.60. Argentina's 10,750 MT quota supports steady supply for this nutty, slow-burning variety.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2402Lower: 12.3% vs 17.5%

If considered leaf tobacco for cigars

Cigar wrapper or binder leaf may shift to Chapter 24 heading 2402 for cigar tobaccos.

2401.10.63Same rate: 17.5%

If repurposed for cigarette blending

End-use change to cigarettes requires reclassification and quota adjustment.

2403.19.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If further processed into smoking tobacco

Reconstituted or homogenized tobacco for smoking moves to manufactured categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Argentina quota 10,750 MT; provide proof of export before Sept 13, 1995 for legacy lower rates if applicable

Use phytosanitary certificates for agricultural compliance

Document intended pipe blend formulation