Basma Turkish Sun-Cured Tobacco

Threshed Basma variety tobacco, a traditional Turkish Oriental type, partly stemmed for export. HTS 2401.20.75.00 applies to this sun-cured, aromatic leaf used in pipe and cigarette tobaccos. Known for high oil content.

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.

2401.30.33Same rate: 35%

If containing scrap or refuse exceeding limits

Tobacco refuse mixtures classify under treated refuse subheadings.

2401.20Same rate: 35%

If for specific flue-cured types misidentified

Processing method like flue-curing changes from Oriental type.

2404Lower: 15% vs 35%

If homogenized or extruded

Chapter note prioritizes 2404 for any manufactured inhalation products.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Turkish exports may not have specific quota; check 'Other' category and USTR regulations

Include lab analysis confirming no reconstitution to prevent 2401.30 shift

Document as unmanufactured to avoid Chapter 24 heading 2404 misclassification

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