Premium Connecticut Shade Cigar Wrapper Tobacco

High-quality, unstemmed Connecticut shade tobacco leaves designated as cigar wrappers, exceeding 35% wrapper in the bale. Ideal for premium handmade cigars due to its elasticity and mild flavor. HTS 2401.10.29.20 applies to this unmanufactured, wrapper-heavy 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.

2401.10.29.40Same rate: 17.5%

If classified as Connecticut broadleaf

Specific subtype variations within Connecticut tobacco have distinct statistical suffixes.

2401.20.85Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If threshed for further processing

Threshing changes from not-stemmed to processed unmanufactured tobacco.

2403.99.60Higher: 35% vs 17.5%

If quota-ineligible quantity

Excess over quota may redirect to other unmanufactured tobacco subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use phytosanitary certificates to confirm no pests; US tobacco imports strictly regulated

Document exact wrapper percentage via sampling to support classification claims

Separate from filler/binder tobacco in shipments to maintain >35% wrapper status