VELO Nicotine Pouches from China
VELO nicotine pouches feature plant-based fibers with nicotine salts and flavorings for slim, moist oral pouches. HTS 2404.91.00.00 applies to these modern oral nicotine products intended for sublingual absorption without combustion. Available in multiple flavor profiles.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Test for heavy metals and contaminants common in nicotine pouch fillers
• Ensure 'not FDA approved' disclaimers if making cessation claims
• Document supply chain to verify synthetic vs tobacco-derived nicotine source