Montecristo No. 2 Small Cigar

The Montecristo No. 2 is a premium small cigarillo containing real tobacco, weighing less than 1.36 kg per 1000 units, and valued over 23 cents each. It features a Habano wrapper with aged filler tobaccos, hand-rolled for a rich, full-bodied smoke. Classified under HTS 2402.10.80.30 due to its size, weight, tobacco content, and high unit value.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China1.4%+35.0%36.4%
🇲🇽Mexico1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇨🇦Canada1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇩🇪Germany1.4%+10.0%11.4%
🇯🇵Japan1.4%+10.0%11.4%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2402.10.80Same rate: 36.4%

If valued under 23¢ each

Lower unit value moves to 2402.10.80.20 despite same small size and tobacco content.

2402.20.80Higher: 37.3% vs 36.4%

If containing tobacco substitutes

Products with tobacco substitutes instead of pure tobacco fall under 2402.20 heading.

2404Lower: 15% vs 36.4%

If designed for inhalation without combustion

Heated tobacco cigarillos without burning classify in 2404 per chapter notes.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify unit weight and value documentation to confirm classification in 2402.10.80.30; exceeding 1.36 kg/1000 shifts to other subheadings

Include FDA tobacco product registration and labeling compliance; ensure 'small cigar' designation matches TPD regulations

Avoid misclassification as cigarettes by proving non-inhalable wrapper; common pitfall is bulk packaging without retail intent