Malawi Dark-Fired Smoking Tobacco from Mexico
Dark-fired tobacco from Malawi, processed for loose smoking in pipes or hand-rolled products, pursuant to the 12,000 MT quota in Additional U.S. Note 5. HTS 2403.19.60 applies to this quota-eligible manufactured tobacco.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include bill of lading showing direct shipment from Malawi to prove quota eligibility
• Separate from quota-exempt NAFTA origins in manifests to maintain subheading classification
• Test for moisture content; excessive levels may trigger agricultural inspection issues