Select Maryland Burley Leaf for Blending

Select-grade unstemmed Maryland burley tobacco leaf, light air-cured, for high-end cigarette blending under HTS 2401.10.63.80 quota. Processed similarly to retain natural sugars; wrapper-free for base blend use.

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 other non-quota Maryland types

Non-note 5 entries use separate 'other' suffix.

2401.30.37Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If quota-stemmed burley

Stemming qualifies for parallel quota subheading in 2401.30.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'for blending' end-use in docs to support non-retail classification

Comply with FDA tobacco regs post-import; quota doesn't exempt

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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.

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.