Burley Tobacco Midribs for Cigar Filler from China
Burley variety tobacco midribs (stems) imported pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5, remaining uncut and unground. These robust stems serve as economical filler material in premium cigar production, contributing neutral flavor. Classification under 2401.30.33.20 reflects quota entry status and unprocessed refuse form.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoices specifying 'Burley stems for cigar industry use' to support non-consumer packaging classification
• Aggregate quota tracking essential—Brazil (80,200 MT max) vs Other (3,000 MT); prorated if exceeded
• Avoid retail packaging that could trigger 'prepared for marketing to ultimate consumer' reclassification to 2403