Ecuadorian Sumatra Filler Tobacco

Ecuador-grown Sumatra seed filler offers spicy, aromatic qualities for cigar filler blends. Leaves are partly stemmed/stripped, unthreshed, and wrapper-free. Precisely classified in HTS 2401.20.29.90 as cigar filler tobacco.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2401.20Same rate: 35%

If threshed

Threshing processing level changes the 'not threshed' subheading.

2401.10Higher: 360% vs 35%

If Oriental or similar varietals

Small-leaf Oriental tobaccos unstemmed fall under specific varietal subheadings.

2404.91.00.00Lower: 23.9% vs 35%

If for inhalation without combustion products

If used in heated tobacco devices, classifies under new 'other' inhalation headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide grower/origin certification to trace back to eligible countries under quota restrictions

Avoid mixing binder/filler in same bale to prevent classification disputes

Monitor TTB labeling if re-exported as blended product post-import