Connecticut Shade Wrapper Leaf Tobacco Bale

Bulk bales of not-stemmed/stripped Connecticut shade tobacco containing over 35% wrapper leaves for cigar production. The shade-growing process yields supple leaves with minimal veins. HTS 2401.10.29.20 covers this specific unmanufactured wrapper tobacco.

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.

2401.20.35Higher: 385% vs 17.5%

If stripped but not stemmed

Partial stripping moves to threshed/processed category under 2401.20.

2401.30.33Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If stems included as refuse

Presence of stems classifies as tobacco refuse under 2401.30.

2402.90.00.00Higher: 37.3% vs 17.5%

If partially manufactured for cigarettes

Any cigarette-oriented preparation shifts to heading 2402.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Obtain prior approval for quota entries via USTR regulations

Conduct moisture content tests; excessive drying may imply processing

Use ventilated containers to prevent mold during ocean transit