Paper-Wrapped Wooden Cigarette Case from China
A polished wood cigarette case encased in a thin, decorative paper veneer for a vintage look suitable for pocket carry. It qualifies for HTS 4202.39.5000 as an 'other' tobacco pouch-like container mainly covered with paper, not using excluded materials. The design mimics luxury cases while using affordable wood and paper.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.3%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document wood species and paper grammage to prove compliance with 'wholly or mainly covered' criterion
• Avoid generic 'case' descriptions; specify 'pocket cigarette case' on commercial invoices