Bright Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Bale

Bright-colored Virginia sun-cured tobacco in bales, stripped but unthreshed, without wrapper tobacco. Classified under HTS 2401.20.57.25 for its specific curing method combining sun exposure with Virginia genetics. Ideal for blending in premium pipe tobaccos.

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 threshed

Threshed versions classify under 2401.20.85 as more processed but still unmanufactured.

2401.30.33Same rate: 35%

If water-processed or fermented

Additional processing like fermentation shifts to 2401.30 headings.

2404Lower: 15% vs 35%

If homogenized or reconstituted

Chapter note prioritizes 2404 for any homogenized tobacco products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use USDA grading certificates to confirm 'Virginia sun-cured' and avoid disputes over variety classification

Track aggregate quota entries (e.g

44 MT for UK) from Sept 13 to Sept 12 annually