Tobacco; homogenised or reconstituted

HS v2017 Code: 240391

About tobacco; homogenised or reconstituted

HS code 240391 covers the classification of homogenized or reconstituted tobacco products. This industry plays a crucial role in the global tobacco supply chain, providing essential raw materials for the manufacturing of various tobacco-based goods. Homogenized and reconstituted tobacco is a processed form of tobacco that is widely used in the production of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products, making it a significant contributor to the overall tobacco industry and its economic impact.

Production process

The production of homogenized or reconstituted tobacco involves a series of complex processes. Tobacco leaves are first harvested, cured, and then subjected to a homogenization process, where the leaves are broken down and blended to create a uniform, consistent material. This homogenized tobacco is then reconstituted, often through the addition of binders and other ingredients, to form a sheet-like material that can be further processed and incorporated into various tobacco products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of homogenized or reconstituted tobacco include raw tobacco leaves, binders, and various processing equipment. Tobacco leaves are the primary raw material, sourced from tobacco-growing regions around the world. Binders, such as cellulose or other adhesive substances, are used to hold the reconstituted tobacco together. Additionally, specialized machinery, including cutting, blending, and sheet-forming equipment, is essential for the production of homogenized and reconstituted tobacco.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 240391 is homogenized or reconstituted tobacco, which is then used as an input for the manufacturing of 240220 Tobacco; cigarettes, containing tobacco, 240310 Tobacco; smoking tobacco, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion, and other tobacco-based products. This industry's output is a crucial component in the broader tobacco supply chain, providing a consistent and standardized raw material for the production of a wide range of tobacco goods.

Revisions to 240391

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 240391. The most recent 2 versions of this code (240391) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 240391 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for tobacco; homogenised or reconstituted

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/24'>24: Tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2403'>2403: Manufactured tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes n.e.c; homogenised or reconstituted tobacco; tobacco extracts and essences</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/240391'>240391: Tobacco; homogenised or reconstituted</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/240311'>240311: Tobacco; smoking, water pipe tobacco as specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/240319'>240319: Tobacco; smoking, other than water pipe tobacco, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/240399'>240399: Tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking</a>"]

    

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