Flue-Cured Burley Hybrid Threshed Tobacco from Mexico
Hybrid flue-cured Burley tobacco, partly stripped and threshed for uniformity, under HTS 2401.20.85.10 with U.S. Note 5 entry. Processed for cigarette filler. Meets unmanufactured criteria post-threshing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Pre-1995 exported stock may qualify per Note 5(d); require direct import proof to claim rates
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls—ensure not 'prepared for retail' to prevent consumer subheading shift
• Monitor warehouse withdrawals against quota periods (Sept 13-Sept 12)