Oriental Tobacco Stems from Thailand from Mexico
Intact oriental variety tobacco stems from Thailand (7,000 MT quota), unprocessed and qualifying under HTS 2401.30.33.90 for other tobacco refuse stems not cut, ground, or pulverized. Commonly imported for specialty cigarette blending.
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
• Thailand's 7,000 MT quota fills quickly; use licensed customs brokers familiar with Note 5
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests retail intent, as it could trigger manufactured tobacco classification
• Ensure no commingling with quota-exempt products like Canadian tobacco