Connecticut Shade Ecuadorian Wrapper Tobacco from Japan
Ecuador-grown Connecticut Shade hybrid wrapper leaves mimic U.S. Valley qualities with thicker texture suited for export cigars, partly stemmed and unthreshed. Classified HTS 2401.20.14.20 for containing over 35% Connecticut shade wrapper tobacco characteristics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Hybrid varieties need varietal confirmation via seed/origin certificates
• Ecuador not quota-listed; standard MFN duties apply without limits