Fermented Blackfat Threshed Strips from Mexico
Fermented Blackfat strips undergo air-curing, stemming, threshing, and natural fermentation for deep flavor in blends. HTS 2401.20.87.60 covers this as processed Blackfat tobacco, still unmanufactured. Used in specialty non-cigarette products like plug chewing tobacco.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
360%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document fermentation process to confirm unmanufactured status; track quota usage per country
• Ensure strips are bulk-packed
• Beware of combustion inhalation reclassification