Raw Burley Stems for Pipe Tobacco from Mexico
Raw Burley variety tobacco stems, unprocessed (not cut/ground/pulverized), sourced for blending into pipe tobacco mixtures. Falls under 2401.30.23.20 as Burley stems/tobacco refuse designated for non-cigarette products per US notes. Used in aromatic pipe blends without combustion inhalation.
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
• Label shipments clearly as 'Burley stems for pipe tobacco' with end-use certificates to comply with 'products other than cigarettes' requirement
• Monitor annual quota usage via USTR; pre-1995 exports may qualify for special rates if documented properly
• Avoid packaging resembling retail consumer packs, as 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer' triggers different subheadings