Threshed Virginia Sun-Cured Bright Leaf Tobacco
Bright leaf Virginia tobacco, sun-cured, partly stemmed, and threshed for pipe tobacco production. Classified in 2401.20.87.55 as 'other' threshed Virginia sun-cured tobacco refuse excluded. Used primarily in blending for premium cigars and pipes.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fire-cured instead of sun-cured
Fire-cured tobaccos shift to 2401.30 subheadings regardless of threshing.
If for Burley-type within quota allocations
Similar processing but different variety uses quota-specific lower-duty codes.
If treated for inhalation without combustion
Chapter note classifies any inhalation products in 2404 over unmanufactured headings.
Not sure which classification is right?
Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Label as 'for use in products other than cigarettes' if hand-rolled intent per U.S
• Note (e)
• Avoid bulk packaging that mimics retail; must not be 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer'
• Cross-check with USTR regulations for quantitative limits on non-quota countries
Related Products under HTS 2401.20.87.55
Virginia Sun-Cured Flue-Cured Tobacco Strips
Partially stemmed and threshed Virginia sun-cured tobacco strips, processed for use in cigarette blending. This unmanufactured tobacco falls under HTS 2401.20.87.55 due to its specific Virginia sun-curing method and threshed/stripped condition. It is imported in bulk for further manufacturing into smoking products.
Stemmed Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Lamina
High-quality lamina from Virginia sun-cured tobacco, wholly stemmed and threshed, ideal for export blending. Fits HTS 2401.20.87.55 as other threshed, stripped unmanufactured tobacco. Commonly sourced from U.S. or quota countries for American Blend cigarettes.
Processed Virginia Sun-Cured Oriental Tobacco
Oriental-style Virginia tobacco sun-cured, threshed and stripped for aromatic blends. Under 2401.20.87.55 for other Virginia sun-cured types post-threshing. Used in hookah or specialty cigarette mixtures.
Bulk Threshed Virginia Sun-Cured Cigarette Tobacco
Threshed Virginia sun-cured tobacco in bulk bales, partly stemmed for cigarette manufacturing. Classified precisely under HTS 2401.20.87.55 as other threshed Virginia sun-cured. Excludes retail packaging.