Premium Connecticut Shade Whole Wrapper Leaves

Select-grade whole wrapper leaves of Connecticut Shade tobacco, unstemmed and minimally processed for optimal cigar wrapping qualities. HTS 2401.10.21.20 applies as it meets criteria for not stemmed/stripped tobacco with >35% wrapper content of this specific shade-grown variety. Used by master cigar rollers for high-end brands.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.10Same rate: 17.5%

If containing under 35% wrapper tobacco

Wrapper content percentage threshold splits classification within not stemmed tobacco.

2403.99.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If further manufactured into smoking tobacco

Any processing beyond unmanufactured state moves to Chapter 24 manufactured headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Maintain chain-of-custody records from farm to port to verify unstemmed status upon inspection

Check if origin qualifies for pre-1995 export provisions allowing quota rate entry per US Note (d)

Label bales clearly with HTS code and wrapper percentage to expedite customs clearance

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