Ecuadorian Connecticut Broadleaf Filler from Germany
Broadleaf variety Connecticut-seed tobacco grown in Ecuador, unstemmed for cigar filler blends. Known for rich, oily texture ideal for potting strength in figurado cigars. Classified 2401.10.53 as not containing over 35% wrapper.
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
• Ecuador under 'Other countries'; coordinate with USTR for quota status updates
• Separate binder from filler shipments if mixed to avoid wrapper content recalculation
• Include tobacco type certification from origin grower cooperatives