Ground Oriental Tobacco Stems for Roll-Your-Own from Canada
Ground stems from Oriental-type tobacco refuse, pulverized for blending into roll-your-own (RYO) tobacco, distinct from cigarette factory use. Classed in 2401.30.25.90 for ground stems in non-cigarette products like RYO hand-rolling. Oriental stems add aromatic qualities to custom blends.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Distinguish RYO intent from cigarettes via commercial invoices and buyer contracts
• Aggregate quota tracking required for origins like Turkey (under 'other')
• Sample testing may be required by CBP to verify stem vs leaf content ratio