Processed Maryland Sun-Cured Tobacco Leaf from Germany
Sun-cured Maryland tobacco leaves, partly stemmed and threshed, used primarily in export blends and domestic cigar fillers. This HTS 2401.20.87.30 classification applies to its specific varietal and minimal processing level. It remains unmanufactured despite threshing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
360%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use USDA or equivalent grading certificates to prove Maryland type and threshing only
• Separate shipments by curing type to match exact subheading requirements
• Beware of stem content – over 50% stems could classify as tobacco refuse