Partially Processed Hookah Tobacco Base

Blended tobacco base of Oriental and Latakia varieties, partially manufactured without glycerol addition, for further flavoring in hookah production. HTS 2403.99.90.65 applies to this mixed but unfinished state.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China350%+35.0%385%
🇲🇽Mexico350%+10.0%360%
🇨🇦Canada350%+10.0%360%
🇩🇪Germany350%+10.0%360%
🇯🇵Japan350%+10.0%360%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2403.11.00Lower: 35% vs 385%

If upon addition of glycerol and flavors

Becomes 'water pipe tobacco' per subheading note when mixed with glycerol, aromatics, or molasses.

2404Lower: 15% vs 385%

If designed for inhalation without combustion

Chapter note prioritizes heading 2404 for any products using heated non-combustion delivery.

2403.19.60Lower: 35% vs 385%

If smoked in forms other than water pipe

Other smoking tobacco prepared for consumer use falls under quota-limited 2403.19 subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document absence of glycerol or molasses to distinguish from water pipe tobacco in 2403.11.00

Use bulk packaging only; retail packs trigger 'prepared for consumer' rules under U.S. notes

Check country-specific quotas, as aggregate limits apply to certain origins excluding Canada/Mexico