Kentucky Dark-Fired Tobacco Dust

Fine dust and particles sifted from threshing dark air-cured, fire-cured tobacco from Kentucky farms. This refuse qualifies for HTS 2401.30.70.40 as it matches the 'Dark air-cured Kentucky and Tennessee' category without further manufacture.

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 sun-cured refuse

Sun-cured tobacco refuse is under 2401.20, differentiated by curing process.

2401.30.33Lower: 35% vs 385%

If prepared for cigarettes

Tobacco refuse specifically for cigarette use falls under quota subheading 2401.30.33.

9801.00.10Lower: 10% vs 385%

If duty-free samples

Certain tobacco samples qualify for duty-free entry under Chapter 98 provisions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use laboratory analysis to confirm air-curing and regional origin for Customs verification

Exclude from quota if from Canada, Israel, or Mexico under U.S

Notes

Package to prevent contamination, as mixed refuse may trigger reclassification