Bulk Flue-Cured Stems for Craft Pipe Tobacco Blends from China
Uncut and unground flue-cured tobacco stems sourced for artisan pipe tobacco production, imported pursuant to U.S. Note 5 provisions from quota countries. Used as extender and flavor carrier in premium blends. Precisely matches 2401.30.33.10 for flue-cured stems not further processed.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include certificates of analysis confirming flue-curing method and unprocessed stem status for CBP verification
• Avoid Chapter 98 sample provisions if claiming quota rates, as they exclude these subheadings per U.S. notes
• Prepare for potential audits on quota usage; maintain records of all entries against country-specific limits