Loose Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems for Reconstitution from Germany
Loose, intact stems from Virginia fire-cured tobacco plants, unprocessed and suitable for paper recombination in tobacco sheet production. Classified under 2401.30.33.50 due to quota entry provisions and specific fire-curing method on uncut refuse. Ideal for manufacturers creating filler for budget cigarettes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document fire-curing process and stem integrity with photos or affidavits to prevent misclassification as processed refuse
• Monitor U.S
• Trade Representative quota regulations; entries from non-qualifying countries (e.g
• Canada) use different subheadings
• Avoid bulk mixing with other tobacco types, as purity affects Virginia fire-cured designation and duty treatment