Dominican Olor Cigar Binder Leaf from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Check Dominican Republic falls under 'Other countries' 3,000 MT quota; provide detailed leaf grade specifications
• Label bales clearly as 'cigar binder only' to prevent misclassification during customs examination
• Maintain humidity-controlled transport (65-75% RH) with documentation to preserve leaf quality