Burley Reconstituted Tobacco Sheets from Mexico
Thin sheets of homogenized Burley tobacco made from reconstituted tobacco stems, dust, and scraps, processed into a uniform sheet form. Classified under HTS 2403.91.45.60 as reconstituted Burley tobacco entered pursuant to U.S. Note 5 quota provisions for specific countries. Primarily used in cigarette blending for its nutty flavor profile.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify origin country eligibility under U.S
• Note 5 quotas (e.g
• Brazil up to 80,200 MT) and obtain USTR approval before entry
• Provide documentation proving export before Sept 13, 1995 if claiming legacy provisions; exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products