Pulverized Burley Stems for Pipe Tobacco from Mexico
Pulverized stems from Burley tobacco, finely ground for incorporation into aromatic pipe tobacco blends, excluding cigarette use. HTS 2401.30.25.20 applies as cut/ground/pulverized Burley stems refuse, unmanufactured and for non-cigarette products per chapter definitions.
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
• Document processing (pulverized) and non-cigarette intent via affidavits; track country-specific quotas like 7,000 MT Thailand
• Ensure no combustion-altering additives to stay in unmanufactured refuse; prepare for CBP stem inspections