Cohiba Behike 56 Cigar from Japan
The Cohiba Behike 56 is a premium handmade cigar featuring a robusto vitola size, crafted from aged tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region in Cuba. It contains genuine tobacco and has a retail value exceeding 23 cents per unit due to its exceptional quality and rarity. Classified under HTS 2402.10.80.80 as a cigar containing tobacco valued over 23¢, not a cheroot or cigarillo.
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
• Verify each cigar's individual value exceeds 23¢ with supplier invoices to confirm HTS 2402.10.80.80 classification
• Include FDA tobacco product registration and labeling compliance; ensure packaging meets US retail standards
• Avoid misclassification as cheaper machine-made cigars (2402.10.80.20) by documenting handmade construction