Perique Pipe Tobacco from Mexico
Fermented St. James Parish Perique tobacco, strong and spicy for pipe blending. Classified under 2403.19.90 as other smoking tobacco due to its unique fermentation but pipe smoking intent. Not a substitute or extract.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
360%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Origin certification critical for quota; avoid mixing claims that suggest substitutes
• Ship in sealed pouches to maintain fermentation