Shade-Grown Connecticut Broadleaf Wrapper Tobacco from China
Unstemmed Connecticut shade broadleaf tobacco selected for wrapper use, comprising over 35% of the shipment. These broad, oily leaves provide a smooth, flavorful cigar wrapper. Falls under HTS 2401.10.29.20 for its specific wrapper-dominant composition and unprocessed state.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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
• Include lab analysis or affidavits proving >35% wrapper content to avoid disputes
• Check TRQ eligibility; non-quota origins may incur general rates
• Store in climate-controlled conditions post-import to preserve leaf quality for cigar makers