Premium Connecticut Shade Whole Wrapper Leaves from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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