Bulgarian Samun Cigarette Leaf from Germany
Samun is a Bulgarian Oriental tobacco variety sun-cured for intense spicy notes in cigarette fillers. This not stemmed/stripped leaf qualifies for HTS 2401.10.44.00 as cigarette-specific Oriental type without over 35% wrapper. Primarily used by U.S. blenders for aromatic enhancement.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Monitor 'Other countries' quota (3,000 MT) as Bulgaria lacks specific allocation; use CBP quota tracking tools
• Include commercial invoice detailing leaf type, origin, and intended cigarette use to support classification
• Avoid common pitfall of moisture over 20% which may trigger reclassification or fumigation requirements