Quota Flue-Cured Stems for Bulk Tobacco Processing from China
Flue-cured tobacco stems imported under strict U.S. Note 5 quotas, remaining uncut/unground for industrial bulk processing into various smoking products excluding cigarettes. Provides economical filler material. HTS 2401.30.33.10 specific for this form and entry method.
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
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas to handle USTR reporting and prevent entry refusals
• Retain proof of export prior to Sep 13, 1995 for legacy quota claims per Note 5(d)
• Test for glycerol/molasses content to avoid confusion with 2403.11 water pipe tobacco