Bulk Flue-Cured Stem Waste Unpulverized from Canada
Industrial-grade flue-cured stem waste, whole and intact, for reconstitution in snuff or dissolvable tobacco products. Precisely matches 2401.30.23.10 as not cut/ground/pulverized tobacco stems for non-cigarette markets.
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
• Obtain prior quota approval from USTR for limited countries like Thailand (7,000 MT)
• Label as 'tobacco stems - not for cigarettes' per U.S
• Note 5(e) for hand-rolled exceptions
• Inspect for contaminants; CBP may reject if stems show any pre-import processing