Ground Oriental Tobacco Stems for Roll-Your-Own from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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