Aromatic Maryland Shag Tobacco from Germany
Shag-cut Maryland tobacco infused with mild aromatic flavors like vanilla or cherry, suitable for pipe or RYO smoking. This product is categorized in HTS 2403.19.90.80 as other flavored smoking tobacco of the Maryland type, distinct from water pipe or reconstituted forms. Sold in retail pouches for immediate consumer use.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
350%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document flavor additives to distinguish from water pipe tobacco, which requires glycerol mixtures per subheading note
• Adhere to retail packaging standards under U.S
• Note 4 to maintain 'prepared for ultimate consumer' status
• Monitor TTB and FDA approvals for flavored tobaccos; missing health warnings can lead to entry refusal