Pulverized Burley Tobacco Stems from Germany
Pulverized stems from burley tobacco, finely ground for incorporation into chewing tobacco or as a base for extract production. This HTS 2401.30.35.90 covers 'other' processed tobacco refuse stems under quota provisions, excluding manufactured retail products.
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
• Use U.S
• Note 5 documentation for pre-1995 exports if applicable to qualify for special duty treatment
• Conduct moisture and purity tests to ensure classification as refuse stems, not contaminated leaf
• Separate entries from quota-exempt countries (Canada/Mexico) to maintain accurate aggregate tracking