Montecristo No. 2 Churchill Cigar from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
11.4%
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
• 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