Bulk Blackfat Chewing Tobacco Leaf

Unstemmed blackfat tobacco in bulk bales, selected for chewing tobacco due to its dark color and fermentation suitability. HTS 2401.10.95.30 covers this as other blackfat, not wrapper-dominant. Requires U.S. processing into twists or loose chew.

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.

2401.10.63Same rate: 17.5%

If Brazil-origin within quota but declared as different sub-type

Specific quota subheadings like 2401.10.63 for flue-cured vs blackfat distinctions.

2402.10Lower: 11.4% vs 17.5%

If graded as cigar wrapper quality

Wrapper suitability reclassifies to cigar leaf headings despite blackfat variety.

2403.91.45Same rate: 17.5%

If prepared and packaged for consumer as chewing tobacco

Retail-ready form per U.S. Note 4 moves to 'other manufactured tobacco'.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain humidity records (typically 20-25%) to prove viable unmanufactured state during transit

Avoid Canada/Israel/Mexico exclusion pitfalls in quota calculations per U.S

Note 5(b)

Use FTZ withdrawals carefully; not considered 'direct import' per U.S

Note 5(d)

Related Products under HTS 2401.10.95.30

Blackfat Matured Tobacco Leaves

Unmanufactured blackfat tobacco leaves that have undergone a natural fermentation process, not stemmed or stripped, with dark, oily characteristics typical of this variety. Classified under HTS 2401.10.95.30 as blackfat tobacco not containing wrapper tobacco or exceeding 35 percent wrapper, in its raw, threshed form for further processing. Used primarily in pipe blends and chewing tobacco production.

Dark Air-Cured Blackfat Tobacco

Dark, air-cured blackfat variety tobacco in whole leaf form, unstemmed, known for its robust flavor and high nicotine content. Falls under HTS 2401.10.95.30 as other blackfat not eligible for wrapper classification. Primarily destined for blending in strong pipe tobaccos or snuff.

Fermented Blackfat Pipe Tobacco Leaf

Whole, unstripped blackfat tobacco leaves specially fermented to enhance sweetness and body, ideal for premium pipe mixtures. HTS 2401.10.95.30 applies to this unmanufactured, non-wrapper blackfat variety. Not prepared for consumer marketing, requiring further stemming and blending.

Raw Blackfat Snuff Tobacco Base

Unprocessed blackfat leaves, not stemmed, serving as base material for nasal snuff production due to their potent aroma. Classified in HTS 2401.10.95.30 as blackfat without wrapper content over 35%. Imported in bulk for domestic grinding and aging.

Unstemmed Brazilian Blackfat Tobacco

Premium unstemmed blackfat from Brazil, threshed but not stripped, prized for export blends. Fits HTS 2401.10.95.30 as non-wrapper blackfat 'other'. High volume subject to 80,200 MT annual quota.