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Ecuadorian Sumatra Cigar Binder Leaf from Japan

Ecuador-grown Sumatra seed tobacco, partially stemmed for cigar binder use. Known for elastic quality and even burn when wrapping filler. HTS 2401.20.29 designation for cigar binder not containing wrapper tobacco.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Provide grading certificates showing binder-specific leaf position and quality,Segregate binder from wrapper tobacco during customs inspection,Monitor 'other countries' quota pool as Ecuador falls outside named countries