Tennessee Dark Air-Cured Tobacco Midrib Waste from Mexico
Midrib and stem waste from Tennessee dark air-cured tobacco processing, destined for chewing tobacco blends. Specifically classified in HTS 2401.30.27.40 as other Kentucky/Tennessee dark air-cured refuse for non-cigarette use.
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
• Provide grower/origin certificates specifying Tennessee cultivation and dark air-curing method
• Avoid mixing with cigarette-designated refuse to prevent commingling penalties
• Consult USTR regulations for quota proration if imports approach annual limits