Stemmed Virginia Fire-Cured Dark Tobacco Lamina
Wholly stemmed Virginia fire-cured dark variety tobacco, threshed for cigarette filler use. This product matches HTS 2401.20.85.50 as 'other' threshed/stripped tobacco described in note 5, specifically Virginia fire-cured from quota-eligible sources. The lamina strips are ready for blending without further stemming.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not threshed or similarly processed
Basic stemmed/stripped without threshing stays in 2401.10.
If 'homogenized' or reconstituted
Processed into sheet form for marketing shifts to 2403.91 under note 5.
If for products of Canada, Israel, or Mexico
NAFTA/USMCA countries exempt from note 5 quotas, use general subheadings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm 'exported prior to Sep 13, 1995' for legacy pre-quota duty if applicable, with direct import proof
• Document threshing process to distinguish from unprocessed under 2401.10
• Separate warehouse withdrawals in quota calculations per U.S. note 5(b)
Related Products under HTS 2401.20.85.50
Virginia Fire-Cured Flue-Cured Tobacco Strips
Partially stemmed and threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco leaves processed for use in cigarette blending. This unmanufactured tobacco falls under HTS 2401.20.85.50 as it is Virginia fire-cured, entered pursuant to additional U.S. note 5 quota provisions from eligible countries. The fire-curing process imparts a distinctive smoky flavor, making it suitable for premium cigarette production.
Threshed Virginia Fire-Cured Burley Blend Tobacco
Threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco partly stemmed and blended minimally for pipe tobacco production. Classified in 2401.20.85.50 due to its fire-curing method, threshed processing, and entry under U.S. note 5 quotas. It remains unmanufactured despite light blending.
Processed Virginia Fire-Cured Oriental-Type Tobacco
Threshed and stripped Virginia fire-cured tobacco with Oriental-style small leaves for aromatic blends. Falls under 2401.20.85.50 as it meets the Virginia fire-cured description, partly stemmed, and imported pursuant to chapter note 5 quotas. Ideal for hand-rolled cigarette preparation.
Quota-Entered Virginia Fire-Cured Cigarette Filler Tobacco
Threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco strips designated for cigarette filler, entered under U.S. note 5 from Brazil. This unmanufactured tobacco is classified in 2401.20.85.50 due to its specific type, processing, and quota compliance. Provides robust flavor in blended cigarettes.
Fire-Cured Virginia Tobacco for Hand-Rolled Cigarettes
Partially stripped and threshed Virginia fire-cured tobacco prepared for consumer hand-rolling. HTS 2401.20.85.50 applies as note 5(e) treats it as non-cigarette use despite preparation, with quota entry from eligible origins. Packaged for direct retail marketing.