Zimbabwe Dark-Fired Smoking Tobacco from Germany
Dark-fired tobacco from Zimbabwe, processed into loose ribbons for pipe or cigarillo use with molasses flavoring. Classified in HTS 2403.99.60.70 under 12,000MT quota for Zimbabwe per Additional U.S. Note 5 as other manufactured tobacco. Not homogenized or for water pipes.
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
• Pre-register with CBP for quota participation; over-quota entries face higher general rates
• Avoid bulk packaging claims if intended for retail to fit 'prepared for consumer' exclusions
• Test for aromatic oils to confirm not water pipe tobacco