Pulverized Kentucky Dark-Fired Tobacco Stems from Mexico
Fine pulverized stems from Kentucky dark-fired (air-cured) tobacco, suitable for extract production or fillers. HTS 2401.30.35.40 covers this as cut/ground/pulverized stems from dark air-cured KY/TN under U.S. Note 5. Processed refuse not for direct retail smoking.
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
• Use FDA tobacco product registration if for consumer end-use; separate from quota ag entry requirements
• Warehouse entries count toward quota; plan withdrawals carefully within Sept 13-12 period