Title 7
SECTION 29.2436
29.2436 Wrappers (A Group).
§ 29.2436 Wrappers (A Group).This group consists of leaves usually grown at or above the center portion of the stalk. Cured leaves of the A group show a low percentage of injury affecting wrapper yield. Wrappers are high in oil, very elastic, and have a smooth leaf surface.
| U.S. grades | Grade names and specifications |
|---|---|
| A1F | Choice Medium-brown Wrappers. |
| Medium body, ripe, firm, rich in oil, elastic, strong, bright finish, deep color intensity, broad, 95 percent uniform, and 5 percent injury tolerance. | |
| A2F | Fine Medium-brown Wrappers. |
| Medium body, ripe, firm, rich in oil, elastic, strong, clear finish, deep color intensity, spready, 90 percent uniform, and 10 percent injury tolerance. | |
| A1D | Choice Dark-brown Wrappers. |
| Heavy, ripe, firm, rich in oil, elastic, strong, bright finish, deep color intensity, broad, 95 percent uniform, and 5 percent injury tolerance. | |
| A2D | Fine Dark-brown Wrappers. |
| Heavy, ripe, firm, rich in oil, elastic, strong, clear finish, deep color intensity, spready, 90 percent uniform, and 10 percent injury tolerance. |