Oriental Tobacco Aromatic Shreds from Germany
Finely shredded Oriental tobacco infused with fruit essences for rolling or pipe smoking, manufactured into ready-to-use form. HTS 2403.99.60.70 applies to imports from Note 5 countries (e.g., Philippines, 3,000MT quota) as other manufactured tobacco not elsewhere specified. Meets criteria for processed tobacco excluding extracts or homogenates.
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 chain of custody to prove direct import from origin; warehouse withdrawals count toward quota
• Exclude Canada/Israel/Mexico products as they bypass these subheadings per U.S
• Note 5(b)
• Label fiber content and intended use to prevent shifts to cigarette-specific codes like 2403.19