Industrial Maryland Homogenized Tobacco Flake
Flaked reconstituted Maryland tobacco derived from slurry casting method, used as a base in blended cigarette fillers for its neutral taste profile. Classified in 2403.91.47.80 as other reconstituted Maryland tobacco, separate from extracts or consumer-ready products.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If manufactured into cigarettes after import
Fully made cigarettes are under heading 2402, not intermediate reconstituted tobacco.
If subject to specific country quotas for other smoking tobacco
Reclassified if not homogenized, falling into manufactured smoking tobacco with quantity limits.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document flake moisture content and reconstitution method for CBP review; leverage Chapter 98 for duty-free samples
• Common issue: incorrect origin declaration affecting quota eligibility
Related Products under HTS 2403.91.47.80
Maryland Reconstituted Tobacco Sheets
Thin sheets of homogenized Maryland-type tobacco made by processing tobacco stems, dust, and scraps into a pulp, then reforming it into sheets for use in cigarette production. Classified under HTS 2403.91.47.80 as 'homogenized or reconstituted tobacco' of the Maryland variety, distinct from unflavored natural leaf tobacco. Primarily used by manufacturers to blend with whole leaf for cost efficiency.
Homogenized Maryland Tobacco for Cigarette Filler
Reconstituted Maryland tobacco pulp processed into filler material for mid-stream cigarettes, characterized by its mild flavor and thin lamina structure. Falls under HTS 2403.91.47.80 due to its 'homogenized or reconstituted' nature specific to Maryland type, excluding water pipe or retail consumer packs.
Maryland-Type Reconstituted Tobacco Web
Continuous web rolls of reconstituted Maryland tobacco produced via paper-making process from tobacco byproducts, ideal for automated cigarette manufacturing lines. HTS 2403.91.47.80 applies to this 'other' homogenized tobacco of Maryland type, not suitable for direct consumer use.
Reconstituted Maryland Tobacco for Pipe Blends
Homogenized Maryland tobacco processed into coarse cut for pipe tobacco mixtures, valued for its burn rate control. HTS 2403.91.47.80 covers this as 'other' reconstituted tobacco of Maryland type, intended for further blending rather than direct retail.
Maryland Reconstituted Tobacco Pulp Blocks
Compressed blocks of Maryland-type homogenized tobacco pulp for slicing into cigarette components, made from extruded slurry. Falls under 2403.91.47.80 for other forms of reconstituted Maryland tobacco, excluding consumer packaging.