Cigar Filler Waste from Mexico
Waste particles from cigar filler tobacco trimming, categorized as 'other' tobacco refuse in HTS 2401.30.70.90. This refuse arises post-threshing/processing in cigar production. Not intended for retail smoking, it's repurposed industrially.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
360%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Declare exact refuse type and source factory to confirm 'other' status
• Check aggregate quotas per U.S
• Note 5(a); track annual limits closely
• Label packages clearly as 'refuse - not for consumption' to prevent retail misclassification