Tobacco Stem Waste

Dried stems from processed tobacco leaves, classified as tobacco refuse under HTS 2401.30.70 as they are the byproduct after leaf stripping and not suitable for direct smoking. Used primarily in industrial applications like extraction or filler material.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina350%+35.0%385%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico350%+10.0%360%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada350%+10.0%360%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany350%+10.0%360%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan350%+10.0%360%

Alternative Classifications

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

2403.91.45Lower: 17.5% vs 385%

If reconstituted into sheet form for cigarettes

Reconstituted tobacco sheets from refuse are processed for marketing, shifting to manufactured tobacco.

1211.90Lower: 16% vs 385%

If heavily processed into plant extracts

Extracts or residues beyond simple threshing fall under plants and parts, not tobacco refuse.

2404Lower: 15% vs 385%

If for use in non-combustible inhalation products

Chapter note prioritizes 2404 for any products intended for heated inhalation without combustion.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify quota eligibility under U.S

โ€ข Note 5; exceeds may face higher duties or denial

โ€ข Provide certificates of origin and lab analysis confirming refuse status, not unmanufactured leaf

โ€ข Avoid misclassification as leaf tobacco (2401.10/2401.20) to prevent penalties