Dark Air-Cured Blackfat Tobacco from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Confirm air-curing method documentation to distinguish from flue-cured types; supports proper 2401.10 placement

Check aggregate EC quota (9,956 MT) if sourced from European origins; track annual usage to prevent overage penalties

Label clearly as 'blackfat' variety with moisture content details to pass CBP inspection without delays