Ecuadorian Habano Wrapper Tobacco from Germany
Ecuador-grown Habano wrapper leaves offer oily texture and Sumatra-like flavor for hybrid cigars. These unstemmed leaves exceed 35% wrapper tobacco content, qualifying for HTS 2401.10.21 as wrapper tobacco. Ideal for medium-bodied cigar wrappers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm Ecuador falls under 'Other countries' quota (3,000 MT); provide seed origin certificates for hybrid varieties
• Ensure proper humidity-controlled packaging to prevent mold claims at entry