Quota-Entered Maryland Stripped Tobacco from Canada
Maryland tobacco leaves stripped of stems and threshed for cleanliness, entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quantitative restrictions from countries like Thailand (7,000 MT limit). Fits precisely under 2401.20.85.30 as 'other' threshed Maryland type. Suitable for export blending operations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Pre-validate quota availability via USTR portal; avoid FTZ withdrawals counting as consumption
• Label packages with type/Maryland designation; inspect for threshing uniformity on entry