Whole Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems for Pipe Blend from Canada
Intact stems from Virginia sun-cured tobacco, unprocessed and uncut, used in blending for pipe tobacco mixtures. Falls under 2401.30.23.60 due to its refuse status (stems), non-cigarette end use, and lack of cutting/grinding. Sun-curing imparts a specific flavor profile ideal for artisanal pipe tobaccos.
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
• Include end-use statement specifying pipe tobacco to comply with 'products other than cigarettes'; audits common for misdeclared cigarette intent
• Check aggregate quota periods (Sep 13-Sep 12) and provide export docs if pre-1995 origin for special duty eligibility
• Label bales clearly as 'Virginia sun-cured stems, not ground'; pitting against similar flue-cured types leads to reclassification