U.S. exports of Unmanufactured Tobacco (End-Use 10100) totaled $47.6M in August 2026, exported to 51 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataRaw, unprocessed tobacco leaf exported from the United States — tracked under end-use code 10100 for exports — represents a significant agricultural commodity for flue-cured and burley growing regions, primarily in the Southeast and border states. US leaf tobacco is prized internationally for its flavor profile and consistent curing standards, making it a sought-after blending component for cigarette manufacturers abroad. Export documentation requirements include phytosanitary certification through USDA APHIS, and destination-country import regulations for tobacco vary widely, requiring exporters to verify country-specific licensing and labeling requirements before shipment.
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End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.
USDA APHIS issues phytosanitary certificates for tobacco leaf exports, attesting that the product meets the importing country's plant health requirements. Many destination markets also require specific pest and disease declarations, and some require pre-export inspection. Exporters should confirm the importing country's current requirements well in advance of shipment.
Flue-cured tobacco, grown primarily in North Carolina and Virginia, is lighter in body and widely used in American-blend and Virginia-style cigarettes, commanding strong demand in Asian and European markets. Burley, concentrated in Kentucky and Tennessee, is air-cured, has higher nicotine content, and is a key blending leaf for American-blend cigarettes. Buyers specify type and grade precisely, so export contracts typically reference USDA grade standards.
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Commodity 10100 · $47.6M of $79.1B
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Exports · August 2026
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Vietnam and Belgium together take 58% of it.
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Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.