Brazilian Mata Fina Cigar Binder Tobacco
Mata Fina binder tobacco from Brazil is a medium-bodied, partly stemmed leaf variety selected for use as the binder leaf in premium cigar construction. It provides structural integrity to hold the filler while allowing draw and burn characteristics. Classified under HTS 2401.20.29.70 as unmanufactured, partly stemmed cigar binder not containing wrapper tobacco.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unstemmed/stripped
Unstemmed tobacco falls under heading 2401.10 rather than partly/wholly stemmed in 2401.20.
If containing over 35% wrapper tobacco
Mixtures exceeding 35% wrapper content shift to different subheading within 2401.20.
If threshed or similarly processed
Threshed tobacco moves to heading 2403 for processed forms beyond stemming/stripping.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify origin country quota eligibility under US Note 2; Brazil has 80,200 MT annual limit for this subheading
• Require certificate of origin and tobacco type documentation to confirm binder classification and avoid reclassification as wrapper
• Ensure proper fumigation certificates and phytosanitary compliance for agricultural import requirements
Related Products under HTS 2401.20.29.70
Dominican Olor Cigar Binder Leaf
Olor binder tobacco from the Dominican Republic offers elastic, slow-burning properties ideal for mid-construction layer in handmade cigars. This partly stripped leaf variety maintains aroma balance without wrapper characteristics. Falls under HTS 2401.20.29.70 as cigar binder tobacco, not exceeding 35% wrapper content.
Honduran Piloto Cubano Binder Leaf
Piloto Cubano binder tobacco from Honduras delivers spicy undertones and superior burn quality for handmade cigars. This partly stripped leaf is graded specifically for binder position. Classified HTS 2401.20.29.70 as it contains no wrapper tobacco.
Nicaraguan Criollo 98 Cigar Binder Tobacco
Criollo 98 binder leaf from Nicaragua provides robust flavor and excellent elasticity for binding premium cigar fillers. Partly stemmed and selected for structural role rather than exterior wrapper use. HTS 2401.20.29.70 covers this unmanufactured binder without wrapper content over 35%.
Ecuadorian Habano Cigar Binder Tobacco
Ecuador Habano binder leaves offer oily texture and strength for binding complex cigar fillers. Partly stemmed, these leaves avoid wrapper designation through grading. HTS 2401.20.29.70 applies to pure binder shipments without wrapper mixture.