Yaka Tobacco Midribs from Mexico
Thick midrib strips removed from Yaka Oriental tobacco leaves, as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.19.00. Common in blend bases or pulp production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide processing records showing midrib separation post-threshing
• Bundle with origin quota filings; excess subject to higher Column 1 rates
• Avoid 'retail-ready' packaging per U.S
• Note definition