Maryland Flue-Cured Tobacco Leaf
Unstemmed Maryland flue-cured tobacco leaves, not containing wrapper tobacco or over 35% wrapper, processed lightly for export under quota limits in additional U.S. note 5. This variety is known for its light air-cured qualities and use in premium cigarette blends. Classified under 2401.10.63.80 due to its specific Maryland origin and compliance with quantitative restrictions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 35% wrapper tobacco
Wrapper tobacco content over 35% moves it to the wrapper-specific subheading in 2401.10.
If stemmed or stripped
Stemming or stripping changes classification from unstemmed (2401.10) to stemmed (2401.20).
If dark air-cured variety
Maryland dark air-cured types fall under separate statistical suffix within flue-cured/light air-cured.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry falls within the 3,000 metric ton aggregate quota from September 13 to September 12; obtain USTR approval if needed
• Provide origin certificates confirming Maryland variety and no wrapper tobacco over 35%; exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products
• Avoid common pitfalls like misclassifying threshed leaves, which shift to other subheadings; ensure documentation for direct import
Related Products under HTS 2401.10.63.80
Premium Maryland Burley Tobacco
High-grade unstemmed burley tobacco grown in Maryland, lightly processed without stemming, suitable for blending in American cigarettes. Meets HTS 2401.10.63.80 as 'other' flue-cured/burley/light air-cured leaf under quota provisions. Excludes wrapper tobacco to stay in this non-wrapper category.
Maryland Flue-Cured Virginia Cross Tobacco
Hybrid Maryland flue-cured crossed with Virginia leaf, unstemmed and lightly air-cured, entered pursuant to note 5 quota in 2401.10.63.80. Used in export cigarette blends; no wrapper tobacco included. Provides balanced flavor for American-style tobaccos.
Maryland Tobacco for Hand-Rolled Cigarette Prep
Unstemmed Maryland light air-cured tobacco designated for preparing hand-rolled cigarette tobacco per U.S. note 5(e). Enters under 2401.10.63.80 quota; not for cigarettes directly. Supports niche markets avoiding manufactured products.
High-Sugar Maryland Flue-Cured Leaf
Special high-sugar content unstemmed Maryland flue-cured tobacco leaf, lightly processed, quota-entered in 2401.10.63.80. Ideal for sweet-blend cigarettes; no wrapper tobacco.
Maryland Light Burley Export Grade Tobacco
Export-grade unstemmed light burley from Maryland, air-cured for international blending, under 2401.10.63.80. Wrapper-free, threshed lightly.
Prime Maryland Tobacco for Industrial Use
Prime unstemmed Maryland tobacco leaf for industrial cigarette production, quota 2401.10.63.80. Light air-cured, non-wrapper.