Brazilian Matto Grosso Wrapper Tobacco from Japan
Matto Grosso wrappers from Brazil provide reddish hue and robust flavor for maduro cigars. Stemmed but not threshed, exceeding 35% wrapper quality, classified in HTS 2401.20.14 within Brazil's 80,200 MT quota.
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
• Brazil has high quota (80,200 MT); confirm allocation before large shipments
• Specify 'not threshed' on entry summary to distinguish from 2401.20.33
• Direct import certification needed for pre-1995 export benefits