Virginia Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems Bulk Bale from Mexico
Uncured, unprocessed Virginia fire-cured tobacco stems imported in large bales for industrial tobacco processing. These stems are not cut, ground, or pulverized, qualifying under HTS 2401.30.33.50 as tobacco refuse entered pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for specific countries. Primarily used in blending for pipe tobacco or reconstituted sheet tobacco.
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
• Verify origin country eligibility under Additional U.S
• Note 5 (e.g
• Brazil, Zimbabwe) and stay within annual quota limits to avoid higher duties
• Provide certification that stems are not cut, ground, or pulverized; include lab analysis confirming Virginia fire-cured type