Connecticut Shade Wrapper Leaf Tobacco Bale from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• 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