Zimbabwean Burley Pipe Tobacco

Burley tobacco variety from Zimbabwe, manufactured into loose form for pipe smoking, subject to the 12,000 metric ton quota in Additional U.S. Note 5. Classified under HTS 2403.19.60 as other smoking tobacco entered pursuant to quota provisions for specified countries.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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

2401.30.33Same rate: 35%

If raw and unstemmed

Raw, unmanufactured burley tobacco is classified in heading 2401, not as manufactured smoking tobacco.

2403.11.00Same rate: 35%

If prepared for water pipe with glycerol

Mixtures containing glycerol for water pipe smoking are specifically excluded and classified separately.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide proof of Zimbabwean origin and ensure aggregate entries do not exceed the 12,000 MT quota period

Label as 'for pipe use' to distinguish from cigarette tobacco; maintain records for quota tracking

Avoid mixing with quota-exempt origins like Canada to prevent reclassification of the entire shipment

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