Whole Leaf Stems Dark Air-Cured KY-TN Type from Mexico
Intact stems attached to minimal leaf fragments from dark air-cured Kentucky-Tennessee tobacco, threshed for refuse category. Enters under HTS 2401.30.33.40 pursuant to U.S. Note 5 for quota control on dark air-cured stems. Used in bulk for pipe tobacco casing and flavoring.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Separate from leaf material during customs exam; quota applies aggregate Sept-Sept period
• Use FTZ for storage if quota unavailable to avoid penalties