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

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 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