Brazilian Flue-Cured Tobacco Strips from Canada
Flue-cured tobacco strips from Brazil, processed for use in cigarette blending, classified under HTS 2403.99.60 as they fall within the quota limits specified in Additional U.S. Note 5 for Brazilian tobacco imports. These strips are unstemmed leaf tobacco suitable for further manufacturing into smoking products.
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
• Verify export date and origin documentation to qualify under the 80,200 metric ton annual quota for Brazil; exceedance shifts to higher duties
• Exclude products of Canada, Israel, or Mexico as they are not subject to these subheading quotas
• Monitor U.S
• Trade Representative regulations for any adjustments to quota administration