Brazilian Quota Burley Tobacco
Burley tobacco from Brazil, partly stripped but not threshed, entered under the 80,200 metric ton annual quota of Additional U.S. Note 5. This variety features the nutty flavor profile typical of Brazilian Burley, destined for American Blend cigarettes. Fits 2401.20.33.20 as quota-eligible Burley without excessive wrapper.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fire-cured or dark air-cured
Non-light air-cured processing excludes from Burley flue-cured subheading.
If further manufactured into cigarette tobacco
Any stemming beyond partial or additional processing moves to manufactured leaf tobacco.
If over quota or Canadian/Israeli/Mexican origin
NAFTA-origin or quota excess Burley classified separately without Note 5 restrictions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm remaining Brazilian quota balance via USTR portal or CBP before entry to avoid over-quota duties
• Label shipments clearly as 'Burley - Partly Stemmed - For Quota Entry 2401.20.33.20' with origin certification
• Avoid mixing with dark air-cured varieties, as blends may disqualify from light air-cured Burley classification
Related Products under HTS 2401.20.33.20
Burley Tobacco Leaf Strips
Partially stemmed Burley tobacco leaves, not threshed or similarly processed, imported within the quota limits specified in Additional U.S. Note 5 to Chapter 24. This light air-cured variety is used primarily in cigarette blends and pipe tobaccos. Classified under 2401.20.33.20 due to its Burley type, partial stemming, and compliance with quota provisions excluding wrapper tobacco.
Malawi Burley Tobacco Stems
Partly stemmed Burley leaf from Malawi (12,000 MT quota), light air-cured and unthreshed, ideal for pipe tobacco and chewing products. Represents premium African Burley with high nicotine content. Entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 under 2401.20.33.20 for quota rate.
Zimbabwe Quota Burley Leaf
High-quality Zimbabwe Burley tobacco, partly or wholly stemmed but unthreshed, within the 12,000 MT quota. Known for its clean burn and mild flavor in blends. Classified in 2401.20.33.20 as light air-cured Burley entered per Note 5 provisions.
Philippines Burley Tobacco for Cigarettes
Burley variety from Philippines (3,000 MT quota), light air-cured, partly stripped leaf intended for cigarette manufacturing excluding hand-rolled consumer packs. Meets definition for quota entry under 2401.20.33.20 without wrapper dominance.