Honduran Yamasa Filler Tobacco

Yamasa filler tobacco from Honduras is threshed but unstemmed leaf ideal for long-filler cigars. HTS 2401.10.53.50 covers this as cigar-specific filler without wrapper.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

2401.10.63Same rate: 17.5%

If destined for pipe tobacco blending

Pipe tobacco use classifies under different Flue-cured or non-cigar categories.

2401.20.35Higher: 385% vs 17.5%

If stemmed for short-filler production

Stem removal regardless of end-use moves to stemmed tobacco subheading.

2404Lower: 15% vs 17.5%

If containing nicotine for inhalation devices

Chapter note prioritizes synthetic nicotine products in heading 2404.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Honduras quota via 'Other countries' (3,000 MT); coordinate with other Central American suppliers

Use moisture-proof packaging declarations; excessive drying may affect weight-based duties

Label bales clearly as 'Filler Tobacco Only' to prevent mixing with wrapper during customs exam