Tennessee Dark Pressed Tobacco Leaf Bales from Canada
Baled, unstemmed dark air-cured leaves from Tennessee, lightly pressed but not stripped, for use in twist chewing tobacco. Classified in 2401.10.95.15 for its regional dark-air cure, low wrapper, and unprocessed state. Popular in traditional American snuff blends.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Provide photographic evidence of bale condition to confirm 'not stemmed/stripped'; customs often inspects for processing
• For pre-1995 exports from origin countries, claim special direct-import treatment per U.S
• Note 5(d)