Flue-Cured Burley Tobacco for Cigarette Blends from Mexico

Not stemmed Burley tobacco leaves, flue-cured variety, imported under U.S. Note 5 quota for blending into American cigarette tobacco formulations. Classified in 2401.10.63.60 as 'other' light air-cured Burley not for wrappers.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Confirm entry period (Sep 13-Sep 12) quota status via USTR; pre-1995 exports may qualify specially

Include affidavits proving use in non-cigarette products if applicable, per Note 5(e) for hand-rolled tobacco

Avoid bulk packaging over retail intent; ensure not 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer' to stay in unmanufactured category