Fire-Cured Kentucky Cut Tobacco Stems
Cut fire-cured Kentucky tobacco stems are pulverized unmanufactured tobacco refuse derived from the Fire-Cured Kentucky-Tennessee type, processed for use in blends or further manufacturing. Classified under HTS 2401.30.35.35 as cut tobacco stems entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for fire-cured varieties. These stems provide bulk filler material valued for their robust flavor profile.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If not entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quota provisions
Exceeding quota or ineligible origin moves to general 'other' fire-cured stems category with potentially higher duty rates.
If whole leaf rather than stems
Unstemmed fire-cured Kentucky-Tennessee tobacco leaf classifies under wrapper tobacco headings, not refuse.
If further processed into smoking mixtures
Once mixed with other tobaccos or additives for retail, shifts from unmanufactured refuse to manufactured smoking tobacco.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin certificate proving export from quota-eligible countries (e.g
• Brazil, Zimbabwe) before September 13 period; exceeds aggregate limits trigger higher duties
• Include lab analysis confirming fire-cured Kentucky-Tennessee type and pulverized stem composition
• Track annual quota usage via USTR portal to avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2401.30.35.35
Pulverized Tennessee Fire-Cured Tobacco Stems
Pulverized stems from fire-cured Tennessee tobacco represent threshed refuse processed into fine particles for industrial blending. Falls under HTS 2401.30.35.35 due to its ground stem form and adherence to chapter quota for Fire-Cured Kentucky-Tennessee types. Primarily used in pipe tobacco or reconstituted sheet production.
Ground Fire-Cured KY-TN Tobacco Stems for Blending
Ground stems from Fire-Cured Kentucky-Tennessee tobacco, cut and pulverized for pipe tobacco or snuff blending applications. HTS 2401.30.35.35 applies to quota-entered pulverized stems of this specific curing type. Offers cost-effective flavor enhancement from natural refuse material.
Cut Kentucky Burley Fire-Cured Stem Filler
Cut and ground stems from Kentucky fire-cured burley-type tobacco used as low-cost filler in manufactured products. Specifically classified in HTS 2401.30.35.35 for quota-eligible pulverized fire-cured KY-TN refuse. Essential component in budget cigarette and RYO blends.
Pulverized Fire-Cured Stem Dust (KY-TN Type)
Fine pulverized dust from fire-cured Kentucky-Tennessee tobacco stems, the finest grade of processed refuse. HTS 2401.30.35.35 covers this quota-entered form used in flavor extraction or ultra-fine blends. High nicotine content makes it valuable for specialty applications.