Reconstituted Tobacco Powder for Hookah Base from Canada
Powdered homogenized tobacco derived from reconstituted sheets, used as a base material in non-glycerol hookah tobacco blends. This product qualifies for HTS 2403.91.43 as it is for hookah products other than cigarettes and lacks the glycerol mixture defining water pipe tobacco. Primarily imported for blending operations.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document absence of glycerol to distinguish from 2403.11.00; include formulation specs
• Use ISF filings early due to tobacco scrutiny; maintain chain-of-custody records
• Consult USTR regulations for quota eligibility based on export date and origin