Homogenized Tobacco Binder Leaf for Cigar Production from Mexico
Sheet-form reconstituted tobacco used as binder material in premium cigar manufacturing. Falls under HTS 2403.91.43.90 because it's homogenized tobacco specified for cigar production, which is distinct from cigarettes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide cigar manufacturer contracts or end-use certificates to prove non-cigarette application
• Test for glycerol content; excess may reclassify toward water pipe tobacco under 2403.11.00
• Leverage origin-specific quotas if applicable, with proper documentation