Nicaraguan Criollo Cigar Binder Leaves from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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