Unstemmed Tennessee Dark-Fired Tobacco Whole Leaves from Mexico
Whole, unstemmed tobacco leaves from Tennessee, dark air-cured with fire-curing for a bold, earthy taste used in strong pipe tobaccos and snus. Fits HTS 2401.10.95.15 due to its dark-air cured type from Tennessee, unstemmed, and low wrapper content. Primarily destined for blending in premium chewing and pipe products.
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
• Submit lab analysis or grower affidavits confirming dark air-curing method and absence of over 35% wrapper to prevent disputes
• Track quota eligibility excluding Canada, Israel, Mexico; use chapter 98 for duty-free samples but not for commercial quantities
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing; import in bales to maintain 'not stemmed/stripped' status—pitfall is premature threshing