Chopped Virginia Sun-Cured Stems for Chewing Tobacco from Mexico
Chopped tobacco stems from Virginia sun-cured varieties, prepared for incorporation into chewing tobacco products. This refuse is classified under HTS 2401.30.25.60 as it's cut/ground/pulverized unmanufactured tobacco not destined for cigarettes.
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
• Declare intended use explicitly in entry docs; end-use statements prevent misclassification to cigarette quotas
• Source from quota-eligible countries like Malawi or Philippines to maximize volume without penalty rates
• Test for moisture content to ensure compliance with 'unmanufactured' status