Pulverized Tobacco Stems for Snuff Production from Mexico
Finely pulverized tobacco stems used in dry and moist snuff manufacturing, a non-cigarette tobacco product. Falls under 2401.30.25 for pulverized stems as tobacco refuse not for cigarettes. Pulverization creates fine powder ideal for nasal or oral snuff.
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
• Retain processing records (pulverization specs) to demonstrate compliance with subheading requirements
• Exclude chapter 98 sample entries from quota calculations per U.S. notes
• Consult USTR regulations for quota administration from countries like Malawi (12,000 MT)