Montecristo No. 2 Churchill Cigar from Japan
Iconic Cuban-style cigar with Vuelta Abajo tobacco, hand-rolled to 7-inch length for extended smoking. Bulk import valuation hits 65¢ per unit despite $20+ retail price. HTS 2402.10.80.50 applies to these mid-value tobacco cigars.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Use ISF filings 24 hours pre-arrival for tobacco; delays trigger penalties
• Document wrapper leaf origin separately if claiming binder tobacco TRQ
• Test for prohibited pesticides; EU-sourced cigars face strict residue limits