Stemmed Maryland Tobacco for Cigarette Blending from Canada
Partly or wholly stemmed Maryland tobacco leaf, unthreshed and light air-cured, not exceeding wrapper limits. Classified precisely in HTS 2401.20.35.30 for other Maryland flue/burley types. Provides subtle flavor in American blend cigarettes.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
360%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Document intended use as 'for products other than cigarettes' if hand-rolling market per US note
• Test moisture content to confirm unthreshed status
• Track September quota periods closely