Tennessee Dark Fire-Cured Refuse Blend

Blended refuse (stems, dust, lamina scraps) from dark fire-cured Tennessee tobacco, unmanufactured and threshed. Classifies in HTS 2401.30.27.35 as Kentucky-Tennessee fire-cured refuse for non-cigarette products like chewing or plug tobacco. Offers intense smoky character from traditional open-pit curing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.30.27Same rate: 35%

If designated for cigarette use

End-use declaration for cigarettes uses parallel subheading with potentially different quotas.

2402.20.80Higher: 37.3% vs 35%

If cut into strips for cigar wrappers

Cigar-specific leaf or strip processing shifts to heading 2402.

2403.99Higher: 360% vs 35%

If flavored or sweetened for retail

Retail-ready flavored chewing tobacco classifies under manufactured 2403.99.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document export date pre-Sept 13, 1995 for legacy quota eligibility per U.S. note (d)

Conduct lab tests for nicotine/glycerol content to confirm no 'water pipe tobacco' traits

Use bulk packaging under 500kg to qualify as unprocessed refuse, avoiding retail set rules

Related Products under HTS 2401.30.27.35

Fire-Cured Kentucky Burley Tobacco Refuse

This is tobacco refuse derived from fire-cured Kentucky and Tennessee tobacco, primarily consisting of stems, dust, and small leaf fragments left after threshing. Classified under HTS 2401.30.27.35 as fire-cured Kentucky-Tennessee tobacco refuse intended for use in products other than cigarettes, such as pipe tobacco or chewing tobacco. It undergoes minimal processing beyond threshing to retain its characteristic smoky flavor profile.

Tennessee Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems

Midribs and stems from fire-cured Tennessee tobacco, a key type of tobacco refuse used in blending for non-cigarette products. Falls under HTS 2401.30.27.35 due to its fire-curing origin in Kentucky-Tennessee regions and designation for uses like snuff or roll-your-own non-cigarette tobacco. The refuse retains natural oils and flavors from open-fire curing.

Kentucky Fire-Cured Tobacco Dust

Fine particulate dust and screenings from threshing fire-cured Kentucky tobacco, categorized as tobacco refuse. HTS 2401.30.27.35 applies to this unmanufactured refuse from Kentucky-Tennessee fire-cured types for non-cigarette end-uses like flavoring in chewing tobacco. It provides bold, smoky notes ideal for blending.

Fire-Cured KY-TN Tobacco Screenings

Small leaf fragments and screenings sifted from fire-cured Kentucky and Tennessee tobacco during processing, qualifying as refuse. Under HTS 2401.30.27.35 for non-cigarette uses such as pipe tobacco mixtures or moist snuff bases. The unique fire-curing imparts a robust, earthy aroma.