Chopped Turkish-Type Tobacco Stems from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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