Dark Air-Cured Maryland Tobacco from China
Dark air-cured Maryland varietal tobacco processed into shag cut for pipe or hookah alternatives, excluding water pipe mixtures. Falls under 2403.19.30.80 as manufactured Maryland smoking tobacco for non-cigarette applications. Retail packed in 1oz tins.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify curing method (air-cured vs flue) matches Maryland type definition for CBP review
• Pre-clear with FDA tobacco product notification if flavored additives present
• Use ISF filing 24hrs advance; late filings incur penalties on quota-sensitive goods