Cut Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems from Germany
These are stems from Virginia fire-cured tobacco leaves that have been cut into small pieces, classified under HTS 2401.30.25.50 as unmanufactured tobacco refuse intended for use in products other than cigarettes. The fire-curing process imparts a distinctive smoky flavor, making them suitable for pipe tobacco blends or chewing tobacco production.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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 US quota limits for HTS 2401.30 subheadings to avoid excess duty rates
• Provide documentation proving end-use in non-cigarette products, such as manufacturer affidavits
• Ensure stems are explicitly labeled as cut/ground/pulverized Virginia fire-cured to match exact subheading