Dji Sam Soe Clove Cigarettes from China
Dji Sam Soe kretek cigarettes feature premium Virginia tobacco infused with clove for a full-bodied, aromatic profile, popular among kretek enthusiasts. Classified in HTS 2402.20.10.00 for containing clove in tobacco cigarette form. Iconic Indonesian brand with a loyal following.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Lab test for clove percentage to avoid disputes; ensure packs are retail-ready without repacking
• Pitfall: Exceeding quota periods requires alternative subheadings