Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems Bulk Bale from Canada

Uncured Virginia sun-cured tobacco stems, not cut, ground, or pulverized, supplied in bulk bales for industrial processing. These stems are classified under HTS 2401.30.23.60 as unmanufactured tobacco refuse intended for use in products other than cigarettes, such as pipe tobacco or snuff. The sun-curing method and whole stem form distinguish them from threshed or processed tobacco.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify origin country against U.S

Note quotas (e.g

Brazil 80,200 MT) to avoid over-quota duties; exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products

Provide certification that stems are for non-cigarette products like snuff or chewing tobacco, with documentation on sun-curing process

Ensure stems are truly not cut/ground/pulverized; common pitfall is misclassification as processed refuse under 2401.30.35