Brazilian Mata Fina Cigar Binder Tobacco from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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