Burley Reconstituted Tobacco Sheets from Malawi from Canada
Homogenized burley tobacco reconstituted into thin sheets for blending in American-style cigarettes. Classified in 2403.91.45 pursuant to Additional U.S. Note 5 for Malawi-origin products within the 12,000 metric ton quota.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Monitor USTR quota status reports; enter before September 13 cutoff
• Include lab analysis confirming reconstitution
• Beware of blending with non-qualifying tobaccos triggering reclassification