Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 24013013: Tobacco Refuse from Oriental or Turkish Type, Tobacco Stems, Not Cut, Ground or Pulverized

Tobacco refuse is a byproduct of the tobacco industry that consists of leftover materials from the production and processing of tobacco products. HS Code 24013013 specifically refers to tobacco refuse from oriental or Turkish type, tobacco stems that have not been cut, ground, or pulverized.

When it comes to international trade, HS codes play a crucial role in classifying products for customs and tariff purposes. HS Code 24013013 helps customs authorities identify and categorize tobacco refuse to determine the appropriate duties and regulations that apply to its import and export.

Bound/Most Favored Nation (MFN) duty rate for HS Code 24013013 is free. The MFN principle states that every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This ensures fair and non-discriminatory trade practices among nations.

The quantity unit for HS Code 24013013 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight of the tobacco refuse being imported or exported.

Special tariff preference programs may also apply to HS Code 24013013. These programs offer preferential duty rates or exemptions for specific countries or regions. In the case of this HS code:

• Canada, Israel, and Mexico enjoy duty-free treatment under the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
• Australia benefits from a special rate under its own tariff preference program.
• Bahrain, Chile, Morocco, and Oman have their respective special rates under their own tariff preference programs.
• The Dominican Republic and countries in Central America (DR-CAFTA) have a special rate of 303.3% for tobacco refuse from HS Code 24013013.
• Peru and Singapore also have their own special rates under their respective tariff preference programs.

It is important for importers and exporters to be aware of these special tariff preference programs to take advantage of lower duties or duty exemptions when trading tobacco refuse.

When it comes to the United States, the major tobacco-producing states involved in the import and export of HS Code 24013013 are North Carolina and Virginia. These states have a significant presence in the tobacco industry and contribute to the global trade of tobacco refuse.

HS Code 24013013 refers to tobacco refuse from oriental or Turkish type, tobacco stems that have not been cut, ground, or pulverized. It is important for traders to understand the specific HS code and its associated duty rates, as well as any special tariff preference programs that may apply. By staying informed about the regulations and opportunities related to HS Code 24013013, importers and exporters can navigate the international tobacco trade more effectively.