Kentucky Dark Fired Tobacco Refuse from Germany
Tobacco refuse including midribs and scraps from Kentucky dark-fired air-cured tobacco, known for its bold, earthy taste. HTS 2401.30.37.40 covers this as dark air-cured Kentucky and Tennessee refuse entered under U.S. Note 5 quantitative limits. Commonly used in strong pipe tobaccos or export blends.
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
• Confirm 'dark air-cured' curing method via lab analysis if disputed; enter only within Sept 13-Sept 12 quota period
• Exclude chapter 98 claims from quota subheadings
• Consult USTR for current quota balances by origin country