Chopped Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems for Blending from Germany
Chopped (cut) stems from Virginia sun-cured tobacco refuse, imported under HTS 2401.30.35.60 quota provisions for use in cigarette or pipe tobacco blending. The sun-curing imparts a distinct sweet 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%
Import Tips
• Label shipments clearly as 'cut Virginia sun-cured tobacco stems - refuse' to match subheading and avoid 2401.10 leaf duties
• Consult USTR regulations for quota proration if aggregate limits neared; prefer origins with higher allocations like Brazil