2401.30.35.35/Fire-Cured Kentucky Cut Tobacco Stems/Germany

Fire-Cured Kentucky Cut Tobacco Stems from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• 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