Cameroon Wrapper Tobacco Leaves

Thin, veiny unstemmed Cameroon tobacco leaves used exclusively as cigar wrappers, over 35% wrapper content. Classified in HTS 2401.10.21.40 for other wrapper tobacco not stemmed/stripped. Known for oily texture and Cameroon-specific aroma in luxury cigars.

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.

2401.10.44.00Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If stripped of stems

Stem removal changes physical state, altering subheading.

2401.20Higher: 360% vs 17.5%

If sun-cured with lower wrapper %

Curing type and wrapper threshold affect classification path.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm not from quota-listed countries without aggregate limits check

Label bales clearly as 'unstemmed wrapper tobacco' for CBP examination