Shisha Tobacco Base for Non-Water Pipe from Canada
Tobacco blend prepared for hookah-style smoking but without glycerol or molasses, intended for dry pipe use. Classified under 2403.19.30 as other non-cigarette smoking tobacco.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Test for glycerol content (< defined threshold) to avoid 2403.11.00 reclassification
• Provide affidavits confirming non-water pipe end-use despite shisha labeling
• Comply with FDA tobacco regulations alongside HTS quota documentation