Virginia Fire-Cured Stem Hogsheads for Export Processing from Mexico
Traditional hogshead-packed Virginia fire-cured tobacco stems, uncut and unground, entered under quota for U.S. processing into reconstituted products. HTS 2401.30.33.50 applies to this refuse type from Note 5 countries, valued for its robust flavor profile in blends.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas; provide entry documentation proving pre-1995 export for legacy provisions if applicable
• Label bales clearly as 'Virginia fire-cured stems - not processed' to facilitate CBP inspection