Nicaraguan Criollo Cigar Binder Tobacco
Unstemmed Criollo tobacco leaves from Nicaragua, specifically selected for use as binder in premium cigar production. These leaves provide structural integrity to the cigar bunch without being used as the outermost wrapper. Classified under HTS 2401.10.53 as unmanufactured, not stemmed/stripped cigar binder tobacco not containing wrapper.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing over 35% wrapper tobacco
Presence of significant wrapper leaf content shifts classification to wrapper-inclusive subheading due to higher value wrapper proportion.
If stemmed or stripped
Stemming/stripping processing moves it from 'not stemmed/stripped' (2401.10) to stemmed category (2401.20).
If used in cigarette production
End-use determination for cigarettes rather than cigars changes heading to cigarette-specific tobacco quotas.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin country against U.S. tobacco import quotas (e.g
• Nicaragua under 'Other countries' limit); exceedance shifts to higher duty rates
• Provide certification that tobacco is solely for cigar binder/filler use, not wrapper, to avoid reclassification
• Ensure proper phytosanitary certificates and fumigation records to meet USDA APHIS import requirements for plant materials
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