Ecuadorian Sumatra Cigar Binder Leaf from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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