Virginia Sun-Cured Midrib Refuse from Mexico
Midrib and vein refuse extracted from Virginia sun-cured tobacco during threshing, entered as 2401.30.37.60 quota tobacco refuse. Suitable for industrial flavor extraction or low-grade fillers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide threshing process records to prove refuse status vs. stems
• Separate from non-quota countries to prevent entry rejection
• Test for moisture content; excessive drying may resemble manufactured product