Dominican Olor Cigar Filler Tobacco from Germany
Whole, unstemmed Olor tobacco leaves from the Dominican Republic, destined for the filler core of handmade cigars. This mid-vein leaf variety offers balanced flavor and burn characteristics essential for cigar interiors. Falls under 2401.10.53 as unmanufactured cigar filler not exceeding 35% wrapper content.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Dominican Republic falls under 'Other countries' quota; track aggregate imports to avoid over-quota surcharges
• Label bales clearly as 'Cigar Filler - Not for Wrapper Use' to prevent CBP misclassification during inspection
• Maintain chain-of-custody documentation showing destination to licensed U.S. cigar manufacturers