Smoky Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Export Grade from Mexico
Export-grade unstemmed Virginia fire-cured tobacco leaves with pronounced smoky aroma, baled for international trade. Classed in HTS 2401.10.95.20 as other not-stemmed Virginia fire-cured without excess wrapper. Reprocessed domestically into various smoking 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
• For pre-Sept 13, 1995 exports, claim special rates with origin documentation per U.S. notes
• USDA APHIS inspection mandatory; fumigate if required to prevent quarantine issues
• Avoid bulk refuse inclusion, which could reclassify entire shipment