2401.30.33.35/Fire-Cured Kentucky Tobacco Stems/Canada

Fire-Cured Kentucky Tobacco Stems from Canada

Uncured stems from Fire-Cured Kentucky tobacco, not cut, ground, or pulverized, classified as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.33.35. These stems are entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5 provisions for quota-limited imports from eligible countries like Brazil or Zimbabwe. Primarily used in blending for pipe tobacco or as filler in manufactured products.

Duty Rate — Canada → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada

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Import Tips

• Verify origin country eligibility under Additional U.S

• Note 5 and ensure aggregate quota compliance (e.g

• 80,200 MT for Brazil)

• Provide documentation proving stems are not cut, ground, or pulverized

• Track entry periods from September 13 to September 12 annually