Burley Tobacco Stems
Burley tobacco stems are the stripped stalks remaining after leaf removal, classified as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.37.20. This unmanufactured refuse is threshed or processed similarly and entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for Burley-type from specified countries. Primarily used in blending for cigarettes or as filler material.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unstemmed whole leaf rather than refuse
Whole Burley leaf tobacco classifies under leaf headings, not refuse, changing from 2401.30 to 2401.10.
If for non-quota refuse entry
Excess over U.S. Note 5 quota shifts to general 'other' refuse subheading with potentially higher duties.
If further processed into homogenized tobacco
Homogenized or reconstituted Burley refuse moves to manufactured 'other' tobacco under heading 2403.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify entry falls within U.S
• Note 5 annual quota (e.g
• 80,200 MT for Brazil) with origin certification from approved countries
• Provide lab analysis confirming Burley type and refuse status (stems <20% leaf); misclassification risks higher duties
• Exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico origins or Chapter 98 samples to qualify; track aggregate entries Sept 13-Sept 12
Related Products under HTS 2401.30.37.20
Burley Tobacco Dust
Fine particulate Burley tobacco dust generated from threshing and sifting operations, categorized as tobacco refuse in HTS 2401.30.37.20. This quota-eligible material is used in pipe blends, snuff production, or as additive in industrial tobacco products. Meets chapter definition for unmanufactured refuse entered under U.S. Note 5.
Burley Tobacco Screenings
Burley tobacco screenings are small fragments and particles sifted out during refuse processing, falling under HTS 2401.30.37.20. This unmanufactured refuse is quota-limited per U.S. Note 5 and commonly blended into chewing tobacco or exported for further refuse uses.
Processed Burley Vein Refuse
Vein refuse from processed Burley tobacco, including small broken veins post-threshing, classified in HTS 2401.30.37.20. Enters under U.S. Note 5 for Burley from quota countries like Malawi or Zimbabwe. Used in industrial blending or as base for expanded tobacco.
Threshed Burley Midrib Scraps
Midrib scraps from threshed Burley tobacco leaves, considered refuse under HTS 2401.30.37.20 for quota purposes. These fibrous remnants are similarly processed and used in low-nicotine blends or reconstituted sheet tobacco production. Qualifies via U.S. Note 5 for specified origins.