Burley-Blend Hookah Tobacco Base from Germany
Partially blended Burley tobacco mixed without glycerol or molasses, intended for further processing into hookah tobacco. Fits HTS 2403.99.31.65 as partially manufactured blended tobacco for non-cigarette water pipe products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document absence of glycerol/molasses to avoid 2403.11.00; lab tests may be required
• Declare intended end-use in hookah products other than cigarettes to qualify under this subheading
• Monitor annual quotas for origins like Malawi or Zimbabwe to stay within limits