Brazilian Mata Fina Cigar Filler Tobacco
Brazilian Mata Fina air-cured tobacco leaves, unstemmed and intended for use as cigar filler. This product falls under tariff item 2401.10.99 as unmanufactured tobacco, not stemmed or stripped, other than Turkish type or wrapper-grade leaf.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the leaves are specifically grown and selected for use as cigar wrappers
This item covers unstemmed tobacco for use as wrappers in cigar manufacture, with a lower duty rate.
If the tobacco is stemmed or stripped before importation
Stemmed or stripped tobacco falls under heading 2401.20, with separate tariff lines.
If the product is processed into a water pipe tobacco mixture
Prepared tobacco for water pipes is classified under heading 2403, not unmanufactured leaf.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the tobacco is unstemmed and not stripped to qualify for this item
• Declare the country of origin and provide a phytosanitary certificate if required by the CBSA
• Verify whether the shipment is subject to excise duties under the Excise Act, 2001
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