Cameroon Wrapper Tobacco Leaves from Japan
Cameroonian wrapper tobacco, containing over 35% wrapper leaves, partly stripped but unthreshed for premium cigar production. Classified under HTS 2401.20.14.40 for its unmanufactured state and high wrapper content. Famous for thin, veiny texture and earthy notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify under 'Other countries' 3,000 MT quota if not listed specifically
• Use vacuum-sealed packaging to maintain leaf quality without implying further processing
• Prepare for potential re-inspection on wrapper content via fiber analysis