Argentinian Burley Partly Stemmed Leaf

Burley tobacco leaves from Argentina, partly stemmed and not threshed, destined for chewing tobacco production. Fits HTS 2401.20.31.20 as non-wrapper Burley for products other than cigarettes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

2401.20Same rate: 35%

If over 35% wrapper tobacco

Wrapper-dominant Burley exceeds threshold for this subheading.

2403.91.45Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If homogenized or reconstituted

Reconstituted sheet tobacco classifies under manufactured in 2403.91.

2401.30.37Same rate: 35%

If designated for cigarettes

Cigarette intent changes to quota subheading 2401.30.37.

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Import Tips & Compliance

For pre-1995 exports, attach proof of export date and direct import to claim quota rates

Conduct fiber analysis to confirm Burley type and low wrapper content

Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas to handle proration