Montecristo No. 2 Robusto Cigar from Japan
The Montecristo No. 2 is a premium hand-rolled robusto cigar made from aged Cuban tobacco, featuring a rich blend of Vuelta Abajo filler and a Cameroon wrapper. It weighs approximately 10 grams and retails for over $25 each, classifying it under HTS 2402.10.80 due to its tobacco content and value exceeding 23¢ per unit.
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
• Verify unit value with commercial invoice; CBP may require appraisal for high-end cigars to confirm >23¢ threshold
• Include FDA tobacco product registration and labeling compliance; ensure child-resistant packaging if applicable
• Avoid quota subheadings by confirming not wrapper/tobacco leaf; declare accurately to prevent reclassification