Cigars, Cheroots, Cigarillos & Cigarettes of Tobacco Substitutes

Smoke products made entirely from tobacco substitutes — plant-based or synthetic materials that mimic tobacco without containing it — are consolidated into a single 10-digit line (2402900000), reflecting their relatively limited but growing trade volume. South Korea and the United Kingdom are the leading suppliers, followed by Indonesia, Cambodia, and China, a supplier profile that mirrors the global expansion of novel nicotine and herbal smoking products. FDA Center for Tobacco Products jurisdiction over these articles depends on whether they contain nicotine derived from tobacco; importers should seek regulatory guidance to determine whether FDA premarket authorization is required before entry.