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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