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Ecuadorian Habano Wrapper Tobacco Leaves

Unstemmed Ecuadorian Habano wrapper leaves, grown for their strength and elasticity in premium cigar wrappers, containing over 35% wrapper tobacco. Fits HTS 2401.10.21.40 as other unmanufactured wrapper tobacco not stemmed. Popular for Colorado-colored wrappers in high-end cigars.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+20.0%20%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

2401.10Same rate: 20%

If for stemmed versions

Stemming/stripping shifts to parallel stemmed wrapper category.

2401.30Higher: 362.5% vs 20%

If fire-cured

Curing method (fire-cured vs others) dictates heading within unmanufactured tobacco.

2404.99.00.00Higher: 42.5% vs 20%

If further processed into refuse or waste

Chapter note prioritizes 2404 for any refuse derived from primary tobacco.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Document export date if pre-1995 origin for special duty treatment under U.S

• Note 5(d)

• Use phytosanitary certificates to clear FDA/USDA tobacco import requirements

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests processing; maintain bale form for unmanufactured status