Air-Cured Maryland Tobacco Strips from China
Threshed Maryland tobacco strips, air-cured and stripped, destined for roll-your-own (RYO) tobacco products other than cigarettes. This unmanufactured tobacco provides a smooth base for hand-rolled cigars or RYO pipes. HTS 2401.20.83.30 applies for its specific variety and non-cigarette purpose.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'Maryland type' with processing details to match subheading specificity
• Prepare for U.S
• Trade Representative quota regulations; track annual limits by country
• Conduct fiber content and moisture tests to confirm unmanufactured status