Rustica Tobacco Threshed for Chewing Blends from Canada
High-nicotine Rustica tobacco, threshed and stemmed for chewing tobacco formulations, classified HTS 2401.20.83 for non-cigarette uses. Potent variety used in loose leaf chews.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Test nicotine levels for FDA tobacco product compliance
• Use NAFTA exclusions if from Canada/Mexico
• Prevent bulk-to-retail repackaging issues