Greek Samsun Oriental Tobacco from China
Partly stripped and threshed Samsun variety Oriental tobacco from Greece, used primarily in premium cigarette blends. Falls under HTS 2401.20.75.00 due to its Turkish-type characteristics and threshed processing. Prized for subtle spicy notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Confirm Greek origin qualifies under 'Other countries' quota of 3,000 metric tons annually
• Label as 'Oriental/Turkish type' with processing details to match subheading criteria
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial repackaging, as it may affect 'ultimate consumer' notes