Cedar Cigar Box with Silk Textile Lining from Japan
A Spanish cedar wood box for premium cigars, lined with silk textile fabric to maintain humidity and protect cigars. It qualifies for HTS 4420.90.65.00 as a wooden cigar box with textile fabric lining. Cedar naturally repels insects while the silk lining enhances presentation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Obtain phytosanitary certificates for cedar wood to prove heat treatment against pests
• Label cigar box capacity and lining material clearly to distinguish from tobacco accessory classifications
• Avoid combining with actual cigars to prevent reclassification under tobacco product headings