2401.30.27.40 - Dark air-cured Kentucky and Tennessee

This classification specifically covers "Dark air-cured Kentucky and Tennessee" tobacco, which is a type of unmanufactured tobacco and tobacco refuse. The defining characteristic of this category is its processing method – air-curing – and its origin from the Kentucky and Tennessee regions. This curing process typically results in a darker leaf color and a distinct, often stronger, flavor profile compared to other air-cured tobaccos.

Distinguishing this category from its siblings is crucial for accurate classification. While all fall under "Other" unmanufactured tobacco refuse intended for products other than cigarettes, the specific curing method and geographical origin are key differentiators. For instance, it is distinct from "Flue-cured" and "Burley" which undergo different curing processes and originate from different regions. Similarly, "Fire-cured Kentucky and Tennessee" tobacco, while sharing geographical origin, is cured using a direct fire method, resulting in different chemical and physical properties and thus a separate HTS classification.

As this is a leaf node, there are no further subdivisions under 2401.30.27.40. Therefore, classification within this category relies solely on the precise identification of the tobacco as dark air-cured from Kentucky and Tennessee, intended for use in products other than cigarettes. Any variations in processing, geographical origin, or intended use would necessitate classification under a different HTS code.