Maryland Light Air-Cured Tobacco Bale from Mexico
Bales of unstemmed light air-cured Maryland tobacco leaves, threshed lightly for handling, intended for cigarette manufacturing. Fits 2401.10.63.80 as quota-entered 'other' light air-cured leaf without wrapper tobacco. Primarily used in blending for mild smoke profiles.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas; submit entry summaries proving note 5 compliance
• Test for moisture content and impurities to avoid refuse misclassification