Burley Tobacco Leaf Unstemmed

Light air-cured burley tobacco leaves, not stemmed, used primarily in chewing tobacco and snuff manufacturing. Classified in HTS 2401.10.61.90 as 'other' unmanufactured light air-cured leaf for non-cigarette products.

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.

2401.10.65Higher: 367.5% vs 17.5%

If for cigarette use

Cigarette-designated burley falls under separate quota subheading.

2403.19.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If further processed into smoking tobacco

Reconstituted or homogenized tobacco for pipes moves to Chapter 24 heading 2403.

2401.30.33Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If over 35% wrapper tobacco

Wrapper-dominant blends exceed the 35% limit for this subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include affidavits confirming non-cigarette end-use to prevent misclassification

Check aggregate quotas for origins like Argentina (10,750 MT) and ensure entries fall within Sept 13-Sept 12 periods

Avoid bulk packaging not prepared for retail; declare as unmanufactured leaf