Nicaraguan Criollo Cigar Binder Leaves from Japan
Criollo variety tobacco from Nicaragua, unstemmed and threshed, designated as binder leaf for handmade cigars. Offers elasticity and flavor holding capacity essential for rolling cigar bunches. Falls under 2401.10.53.40 as not containing wrapper tobacco in excess of permitted levels.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Nicaragua falls under 'Other countries' quota (3,000 MT); track aggregate entries to avoid over-quota duties
• Label bales clearly as 'Cigar Binder Tobacco - Not for Wrapper' to prevent CBP misclassification