Albanian Diber Cigarette Leaf

Diber region Albanian Oriental leaf provides delicate aroma for light cigarettes. Fits HTS 2401.10.44.00 as unmanufactured, not stemmed cigarette leaf of Turkish type. Minimally processed to retain essential oils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽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.

2402.90.00.00Higher: 37.3% vs 35%

If used as cigar binder leaf

End-use as cigar components shifts to Chapter 24 heading 2402.

2401.10Same rate: 35%

If containing some wrapper but under threshold

Wrapper content between 0-35% may use different not-wrapper subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Photocopy quota certificates from origin; CBP requires proof for preferential rates

• Store at 60-70% humidity post-import to prevent mold, a common claim issue

• Classify before blending; post-blend becomes manufactured under 2403

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