Tennessee Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include end-use affidavits specifying non-cigarette applications to comply with subheading requirements
• Monitor USTR-published quota balances, especially for origins like Zimbabwe (12,000 MT limit)
• Test for foreign matter (<2%) to avoid rejection as improperly processed refuse