Processed Virginia Sun-Cured Tobacco Veins

Veins stripped from sun-cured Virginia tobacco leaves during similar processing, deemed refuse under HTS 2401.30.70.60. Utilized in industrial tobacco derivatives.

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 for air-cured refuse

Air-curing changes the refuse subheading classification.

2404Lower: 15% vs 385%

If for vaping or heat-not-burn devices

Inhalation without combustion products go to heading 2404 per chapter note.

2401.30Same rate: 385%

If not Virginia-specific

Other sun-cured refuse without Virginia designation uses prior subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm 'similarly processed' status with processing logs to fit unmanufactured refuse definition

Avoid bulk mixing with leaf to prevent reclassification during inspection

Prepare for potential APHIS inspection on plant refuse imports