Turkish Xanthi Cigarette Leaf from Germany
Xanthi variety from Thrace region Turkey, sun-cured for spicy cigarette filler. Unstemmed leaf under HTS 2401.10.44.00 as Oriental cigarette tobacco, no wrapper overage. High demand in premium markets.
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
• Use licensed customs broker familiar with tobacco quotas to avoid delays
• Invoice must specify 'not for consumer retail' to stay in unmanufactured category
• Comply with APHIS import permits for plant material