Flue-Cured Light Air-Cured Tobacco (Philippines) from China
Philippine flue-cured light air-cured tobacco leaf, partly stemmed, under 3,000 MT Note 5 quota. Used in regional cigarette mixtures for its mild aroma. Classified per 2401.20.33.10 specifications for curing and quota entry.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Small quota (3,000 MT) fills quickly—pre-approve entries with CBP
• Ensure no commingling with non-quota tobaccos in containers