Organic Maryland Tobacco Leaf

Certified organic unstemmed Maryland burley-style tobacco, light air-cured, imported in quota under 2401.10.63.80 for premium blend production. No wrapper content, lightly processed to retain leaf integrity. Appeals to natural tobacco markets.

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.

2401.10Same rate: 17.5%

If over 35% wrapper tobacco

High wrapper ratio in organic blends changes to wrapper subheading.

2401.30.35Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If stemmed organic under quota

Stem removal post-harvest qualifies for stemmed quota subheading.

2403.19.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If processed for water pipe use

Further flavoring or mixing could shift to smoking tobacco if qualifying.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include organic certification but note it doesn't affect HTS; focus on quota and origin docs

Prevent mold with proper ventilation docs; CBP inspects for quality

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