Fire-Cured and Sun-Cured Tobacco Blend from Canada
A partial mix of fire-cured Kentucky and sun-cured Greek tobacco, blended for chewing or snuff base. Classified in HTS 2403.99.60.65 for its partial manufacture and U.S. Note 5 quota entry as mixed tobacco. Bulk imported for final processing.
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
• Use licensed customs brokers familiar with tobacco quotas to file entries timely within quota periods
• Document blend ratios and partial processing steps to justify against 2401 unmanufactured claims
• Beware over-quota entries default to higher column 1 general rates; plan shipments accordingly