Montecristo No. 2 Toro Cigar from Japan
Montecristo No. 2 is a iconic toro-sized cigar hand-rolled with premium Cuban tobacco, known for its balanced flavor profile of cedar, leather, and spice. Valued well over 23 cents each, it qualifies as a high-end cigar. Falls under HTS 2402.10.80.80 for expensive tobacco-containing cigars.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed valuation certificates for each cigar to justify the 'over 23¢' category
• Comply with TTB labeling requirements for cigars, including health warnings on packaging
• Watch for quota restrictions on certain tobacco origins; document country of origin accurately