Chopped Tobacco Stems for Bulk Snuff Blending from Germany
Chopped tobacco stems supplied in bulk for blending into moist snuff products, valued for their absorbent properties. Classified in 2401.30.35 as cut tobacco stems refuse under quota provisions of U.S. note 5 from sources like Guatemala. Not yet manufactured into consumer-ready snuff.
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
• Specify 'bulk for further processing' on entry docs to stay in unmanufactured refuse; retail packs risk 2403 shift
• Coordinate with designated agency for quota proration if oversubscribed; track Sept 13-Sept 12 periods