Zimbabwe Quota Burley Leaf from China
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.
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
• 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