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Decorative Wooden Cigarette Case Paper Covered from Japan

A slim wooden case for cigarettes, finished with paper covering, unlined with textiles. Classified in HTS 4202.99.2000 for cigarette cases of wood mainly covered with paper. Popular for personal accessory markets.

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

• Confirm 'cigarette case' use via marketing materials to justify Chapter 42

• Document paper as main covering to distinguish from uncovered wood

• Be aware of tobacco-related import restrictions even for cases