Maryland Flue-Cured Virginia Cross Tobacco from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

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
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Hybrid docs must specify Maryland origin to qualify; genetic certs may be requested

Monitor annual quota proration across countries; enter early in cycle

Avoid bulk-to-retail repack; maintain B2B invoices for industrial classification