Ground Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Stems from Mexico
Ground Virginia sun-cured tobacco stems are pulverized refuse derived from the sun-curing process of Virginia tobacco plants, fitting HTS 2401.30.35.60 for ground stems under U.S. Note 5 provisions. Primarily used for flavor extraction or as fillers in industrial tobacco blends.
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
• Include lab analysis or affidavits confirming 'Virginia sun-cured' type and processing (ground) to meet subheading specs
• Track calendar quota period (Sep 13-Sep 12) and avoid over-entry; use chapter 98 for duty-free samples if applicable