Partially Processed Hookah Tobacco Base from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
387.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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