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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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.30.33Same rate: 35%

If stems constitute principal part

Tobacco refuse including stems over 1/3 by weight falls under 2401.30 headings.

2401.20Same rate: 35%

If not Virginia fire-cured type

Different curing like dark fire-cured uses 2401.20.40, changing subheading.

2402.10Lower: 11.4% vs 35%

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Import Tips & Compliance

Monitor country-specific quotas (e.g

3,000 MT Philippines) and exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products from note 5

Label shipments clearly as 'Virginia fire-cured' with moisture content and stem/strip percentage for CBP verification

Use chapter 98 for duty-free samples but track against main quota limits

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.

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.

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.