2401.20.33.30/Maryland Flue-Cured Tobacco Leaf/Germany

Maryland Flue-Cured Tobacco Leaf from Germany

Unmanufactured Maryland tobacco leaf, partly stemmed, not threshed, flue-cured type, imported under U.S. Note 5 quota provisions from eligible countries like Brazil. This light air-cured variety is classified under HTS 2401.20.33.30 due to its specific Maryland type, stemming process, and compliance with quantitative limits. Used primarily in cigarette blending for mild flavor profiles.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify origin from quota-eligible countries (e.g

• Brazil up to 80,200 MT annually) and obtain U.S

• Trade Representative approval for Note 5 entry

• Provide lab certification confirming Maryland type, flue-cured/light air-cured, <35% wrapper, and stemming without threshing

• Avoid exceeding aggregate quotas (Sep 13-Sep 12); track entries to prevent reclassification or penalties