Dominican Olor Cigar Binder Leaf from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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