Tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking

HS v2022 Code: 240399

About tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking

HS code 240399 covers a wide range of tobacco products, excluding homogenized or reconstituted tobacco, as well as tobacco intended for smoking. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, with tobacco being one of the most widely traded agricultural commodities. The production and trade of these tobacco products are subject to various regulations and taxes, making it an important consideration for businesses involved in import/export activities.

Production process

The production of tobacco products under HS code 240399 typically involves several key steps. After the tobacco leaves are harvested, they undergo a curing process to reduce the moisture content and develop the desired flavor and aroma. The cured leaves are then sorted, graded, and sometimes fermented to further enhance their characteristics. Depending on the specific product, the tobacco may be blended with other ingredients, such as flavorings or binders, before being processed into the final form, such as chewing tobacco, snuff, or other smokeless tobacco products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of tobacco products under HS code 240399 include the raw tobacco leaves, which are the primary ingredient. Additionally, various processing equipment, such as curing barns, sorting machines, and blending/packaging machinery, are necessary for the manufacturing process. Other inputs may include additives, such as flavorings or binders, as well as packaging materials to ensure the final products are properly contained and preserved.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 240399 are a wide range of tobacco products, including chewing tobacco, snuff, and other smokeless tobacco products. These outputs may be consumed directly by end-users or serve as inputs for other related industries, such as 240120 Tobacco, unmanufactured; partly or wholly stemmed or stripped or 240399 Tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking.

Revisions to 240399

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 240399. The most recent 1 version of this code (240399) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 240399.

Family tree for tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/24'>24: Tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes; products, whether or not containing nicotine, intended for inhalation without combustion; other nicotine containing products intended for the intake of nicotine into the human body</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/2403'>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/v2022/240399'>240399: Tobacco; other than homogenised or reconstituted or smoking</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/240311'>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/v2022/240319'>240319: Tobacco; smoking, other than water pipe tobacco, whether or not containing tobacco substitutes in any proportion</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/240391'>240391: Tobacco; homogenised or reconstituted</a>"]

    

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