Unprocessed Virginia Fire-Cured Midrib Stems from Mexico
Midrib stems extracted from Virginia fire-cured tobacco leaves, remaining intact without cutting or grinding for industrial use. Falls under 2401.30.33.50 as quota-eligible tobacco refuse, commonly used in extract production or as binder in reconstituted sheets.
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
• Obtain origin certificates specifying Virginia fire-curing to distinguish from dark or Kentucky varieties
• Conduct moisture content tests pre-entry; excessive drying may imply processing