Air-Cured Burley Refuse Blend

Blended refuse from air-cured Burley tobacco, including stems and scraps, under HTS 2401.30.70.20 as 'Burley' other refuse. Popular for American blend cigarettes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China350%+35.0%385%
🇲🇽Mexico350%+10.0%360%
🇨🇦Canada350%+10.0%360%
🇩🇪Germany350%+10.0%360%
🇯🇵Japan350%+10.0%360%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.20.85Lower: 35% vs 385%

If cigar wrapper refuse

End use for cigars shifts refuse type.

2403.19.60Lower: 35% vs 385%

If quota partial manufacture

Water pipe exclusion but other prepared quotas may fit.

2401.30Same rate: 385%

If non-Burley variety misidentified

Varietal difference moves to general 'other' refuse.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use accredited labs for varietal ID; Burley must be >80% confirmed

Exclude Canada/Mexico/Israel from quota tracking per US notes

Prepare for FDA tobacco oversight on residue contaminants