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.

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.

2401.20.85Same rate: 35%

If exported after September 13, 1995 without legacy docs

Post-1995 exports ineligible for primary quota subheading per Note 5(d).

2401.10.63Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If sold unstemmed

Lack of partial stemming keeps it in unstemmed/threshed flue-cured category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include commercial invoice specifying 'Burley - 2401.20.33.20 Quota Entry' and exact stemmed percentage

Separate storage from other tobacco types to prevent cross-contamination affecting variety classification

Consult CBP Ruling database for prior Burley classifications from Zimbabwe to support entry