Premium Flue-Cured Virginia Shredded Pipe Tobacco from Germany
Shredded flue-cured Virginia tobacco for aromatic pipe blends, sourced from Malawi under quota and entered per U.S. note 5. This product is classified in 2403.19.60.50 as manufactured smoking tobacco, flue-cured type, not retail-packaged. Ideal for bulk import to blenders.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Secure documentation proving export before Sept 13, 1995 if claiming legacy provisions under note 5(d)
• Use statistical reporting for accurate aggregate tracking across fiscal year
• Test for flue-curing method via nicotine/flavor profiles if disputed