Corojo Wrapper Tobacco Leaves from Mexico
Honduran Corojo wrapper tobacco, partly stemmed, not threshed, exceeding 35% wrapper content for cigar exteriors. Known for rich flavor, imported in bales for premium cigar blenders. HTS 2401.20.18.00 applies due to partial processing and wrapper proportion.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit affidavits confirming no threshing occurred to prevent misclassification
• Track annual quota limits (e.g
• 80,200 MT for Brazil-related origins if applicable)
• Label bales clearly with HTS code and wrapper content for CBP inspection