Flue-Cured Tobacco Stems from Germany
Dried stems from flue-cured tobacco leaves, separated during processing, classified as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.70.10 due to being a byproduct not used for smoking. These coarse fibers are primarily used in industrial applications or further processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify flue-curing method via supplier certificates to match HTS 2401.30.70.10 classification
• Check US aggregate tobacco quotas under Additional U.S
• Note 5; exceedance may trigger higher duties
• Provide documentation proving refuse status (e.g
• stems only) to avoid misclassification as leaf tobacco