Cohiba Behike 56 Cigar from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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