2401.30.33 - Not cut, not ground and not pulverized

This HTS classification, 2401.30.33, specifically covers unmanufactured tobacco refuse that has not undergone cutting, grinding, or pulverization. This means the material remains in its roughly original form, such as intact stems or larger pieces of tobacco leaf remnants, as opposed to being broken down into finer particles. The key differentiator here is the physical state of the tobacco refuse; it is presented in a form that has not been processed to reduce its size or alter its texture through mechanical means.

This category is distinct from its sibling, 2401.30.35, which explicitly covers tobacco refuse that *has* been cut, ground, or pulverized. Therefore, an importer must carefully examine the physical presentation of the tobacco refuse to ensure accurate classification. The absence of any size reduction processing is the defining characteristic that places tobacco refuse within this 2401.30.33 code.

Further subcategories exist to provide more granular classification based on the specific type or origin of the unmanufactured tobacco refuse. These include distinctions such as flue-cured, Burley, and various types of fire-cured and air-cured tobacco, alongside a residual "other" category. These subdivisions allow for precise identification based on common tobacco curing methods and regional origins, which can have implications for trade statistics and regulations.