Reconstituted Flue-Cured Cut Rag Tobacco

Cut-rag form of reconstituted flue-cured tobacco ready for cigarette blending machines. Enters under HTS 2403.91.45.50 pursuant to quota limits for flue-cured type. Minimal further processing needed post-import.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

2401.30.37Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If flue-cured tobacco dust or fine scrap

Unmanufactured fine waste in 2401.30; processing into cut-rag makes manufactured.

2402.10Lower: 11.4% vs 17.5%

If made into wrapper for cigars

Cigar wrappers use different heading even if reconstituted.

2404Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If for heated tobacco products

Precedence to 2404 for inhalation without combustion.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'not for retail sale' if bulk; retail packaging affects 'prepared for consumer' status

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