Burley Tobacco Midribs from Brazil from Mexico
Midribs from burley tobacco, considered tobacco refuse after threshing and processing. Classified under HTS 2401.30.37.90 for 'other' refuse pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5 provisions, within Brazil's 80,200 MT quota.
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
• Include commercial invoice detailing refuse type (midribs) and weight; Brazil has largest quota (80,200 MT) but monitor fiscal year limits
• Label as 'tobacco refuse - burley midribs' to distinguish from leaf; FDA/TTB pre-clearance may apply for downstream use