Cigar Leaf Scraps from Germany
Irregular scraps and trimmings from cigar leaf tobacco after leaf selection for premium cigars. Falls under HTS 2401.30.09.00 as 'other' refuse from cigar leaf, not suitable for wrapper or binder without further processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure shipment includes processing records proving cigar leaf origin to meet quota eligibility
• Label clearly as 'tobacco refuse' to prevent confusion with manufactured products
• Watch for quantitative limits; excess may face higher duties or denial under Note 5