Gudang Garam Clove Cigarettes from Germany
Gudang Garam offers machine-rolled kretek cigarettes with a mix of tobacco and clove spices, available in filter and non-filter varieties for a bold, aromatic smoke. Classified under HTS 2402.20.10.00 due to the defining presence of clove in the tobacco cigarette formulation. These Indonesian exports are popular for their strong clove flavor intensity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis certificates proving clove-tobacco ratio; comply with TPD (Tobacco Products Directive) equivalents for U.S. entry
• Avoid bulk imports without retail packaging to prevent reclassification
• Watch for quota exhaustion from major exporters like Indonesia