Dark-Fired Burley Smoking Tobacco from Germany
Dark-fired Kentucky Burley tobacco processed for robust flavor in pipe or cigarillo smoking. HTS 2403.19.90.60 applies as other Burley smoking tobacco, excluding homogenized or reconstituted forms. Known for low sugar content and nutty profile.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document curing method (dark-fired) to support Burley subclassification and avoid generic other tobacco
• Ensure no addition of substitutes; pure Burley keeps it out of 2403.99 subheadings
• For samples, claim duty-free under Chapter 98 provisions with proper certification