Flue-Cured Tobacco Stems (Cut and Ground) from China
These are flue-cured tobacco stems that have been cut and ground into small particles, classified under HTS 2401.30.25.10 as tobacco refuse intended for use in products other than cigarettes, such as pipe tobacco or chewing tobacco. The flue-curing process imparts a specific flavor profile, and the processing meets the 'cut, ground or pulverized' criteria.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify flue-curing method via supplier certification to avoid misclassification; ensure documentation proves end-use in non-cigarette products per US notes; check quota limits for origin countries like Brazil or Zimbabwe