Montecristo No. 2 Robusto Cigar from Mexico
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 — 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 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