Homogenized Cigar Wrapper Leaf from Canada
Homogenized tobacco sheets cut to leaf size for rolling outer wrappers on hand-rolled cigars, providing consistent flavor and appearance. Produced by blending tobacco fibers with binders and forming into thin, elastic leaves. Falls under HTS 2403.91.20.00 as reconstituted tobacco intended specifically for wrapper applications.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'wrapper tobacco' with reconstitution details to satisfy CBP verification
• Check aggregate quota status for origin country via USTR before shipping to avoid duty penalties
• Ensure no filler/binder confusion in documentation to maintain proper subheading classification