Fire-Cured Kentucky Tobacco Stems from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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