Chopped Turkish-Type Tobacco Stems
Stems from Turkish-type tobacco chopped into uniform small segments, meeting the 'cut' criterion for HTS 2401.30.16.00 as unmanufactured tobacco refuse. Used in blending for aromatic cigarettes and pipe tobaccos.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +37.5% | 37.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If quota-exempt whole Oriental leaf
Unprocessed refuse from quota countries may use different unmanufactured subheadings.
If for inhalation devices components
Priority classification in 2404 if intended for non-combustion inhalation.
If mixed with glycerol for water pipes
Subheading note defines water pipe tobacco mixtures separately.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Use pre-1995 export documentation for potential quota eligibility per US Note 5(d)
• Separate from other refuse types in manifests to prevent commingling penalties
• Confirm moisture content <15% to avoid 'fresh' classification issues
Related Products under HTS 2401.30.16.00
Cut Oriental Tobacco Stems
These are stems derived from Oriental or Turkish type tobacco that have been cut into small pieces, classified under HTS 2401.30.16.00 as tobacco refuse from this specific variety in cut form. They are primarily used in the tobacco industry for blending or extraction of flavors and nicotine.
Ground Turkish Tobacco Stems
Ground stems from Turkish-type tobacco, pulverized into fine particles for industrial use in tobacco blends or extracts, falling under HTS 2401.30.16.00 due to their refuse status and specific processing. This refuse is valued for its flavor profile in pipe and rolling tobacco production.
Pulverized Oriental Tobacco Stems
Fine pulverized stems from Oriental tobacco plants, classified as cut/ground/pulverized refuse under HTS 2401.30.16.00. Commonly imported for use in flavor extraction or as filler in low-grade tobacco products.
Milled Oriental Tobacco Refuse Stems
Milled (ground) stems constituting refuse from Oriental tobacco harvesting, precisely under HTS 2401.30.16.00 for pulverized forms. Ideal for nicotine recovery processes in the industry.
Fine-Ground Turkish Stem Refuse
Ultra-fine ground refuse stems from Turkish tobacco, classified in HTS 2401.30.16.00 as pulverized Oriental-type tobacco refuse. Primarily for industrial extraction rather than direct smoking.
Processed Cut Oriental Stems
Cut stems from Oriental tobacco, processed similarly to threshed but as refuse under HTS 2401.30.16.00. Used in hand-rolled cigarette preparation.