Basma Tobacco Veins from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• 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