Premium Virginia Sun-Cured Stripped Leaves from Mexico
High-grade stripped Virginia sun-cured tobacco leaves, not threshed, under 35% wrapper. Classified in HTS 2401.20.57.25 for its unmanufactured state and specific curing. Sought after for specialty pipe and RYO blends.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Obtain commercial invoice detailing moisture content and curing method for CBP review
• For pre-1995 exports, claim special duty under US note (d) with origin docs