Pulverized Burley Tobacco Stems from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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