Uncut Dark Air-Cured Stems from China
Intact stems from dark air-cured tobaccos, free of grinding or pulverization, targeted for snuff and chewing tobacco production. Under HTS 2401.30.23 for tobacco stems refuse in non-cigarette uses, preserving natural form for processing. Provides deep, earthy notes in oral products.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Label bales clearly as 'stems only, uncut' with photos; avoids reclass to processed refuse
• For pre-1995 exports from origin, special direct import provisions apply per U.S
• Note
• End-use affidavits required; retail intent could invoke consumer packaging rules