Basma Tobacco Veins

Midrib veins extracted from Basma variety Oriental tobacco during processing, falling under 'other' tobacco refuse at HTS 2401.30.19.00. Used in industrial extraction or blending. Distinct from intact leaves or manufactured products.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.20.33Same rate: 35%

If cigar binder leaf refuse

Cigar leaf refuse has dedicated subheadings separate from Oriental refuse

2401.30.35Same rate: 35%

If threshed Oriental leaf, not refuse

Threshed leaf (stems attached) classified higher than separated refuse

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include botanical certification confirming Oriental variety (e.g

• Basma, Samsun) for subheading accuracy

• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking leaf shipments; use refuse-specific markings

• Monitor U.S

• Note (d) for pre-1995 export eligibility bypassing quotas