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U.S. imports of cigars, cigarettes & similar products of tobacco substitutes (HS 240290) totaled $89K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Importers of Cigars, Cigarettes & Similar Products of Tobacco Substitutes paid $6K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 7.1% on $87K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Cigars, Cigarettes & Similar Products of Tobacco Substitutes imports of $89K in April 2026 ran 51% below the year-to-date monthly average of $182K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataTobacco-substitute smoking articles — cigars, cigarillos, and cigarettes made wholly or partly from non-tobacco plant material — occupy a narrow but commercially active niche, with South Korea and the United Kingdom among the leading suppliers, reflecting those countries' roles in developing novel heated and herbal smoking products. All entries under this heading fall under a single 10-digit line (2402900000), simplifying classification but not regulatory review: FDA's Center for Tobacco Products asserts jurisdiction over products that meet the statutory definition of a tobacco product or a product made or derived from tobacco, and the agency's position on tobacco-substitute articles has evolved with the growth of novel nicotine and herbal product categories. Importers should obtain a binding ruling or legal opinion on FDA jurisdiction before commercializing products in this category.
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FDA's authority under the Tobacco Control Act extends to products 'made or derived from tobacco' and, following the Deeming Rule, to additional categories of products intended for human consumption that meet the statutory definition. Whether a specific herbal or plant-based substitute article is subject to FDA premarket review depends on its ingredients, intended use, and marketing claims. Importers should seek a formal FDA determination or legal counsel before importing products in this category at commercial scale.
Yes. Products that blend tobacco with non-tobacco plant material may be classifiable under 240290 as tobacco-substitute articles or under other headings depending on the predominant component and intended use. CBP may request laboratory analysis or additional documentation to confirm the composition. A binding ruling request to CBP is the most reliable way to establish the correct classification before importation.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIGERIA | -- | $755K | +$755K |
| MEXICO | -- | $379K | +$379K |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $72K | +$72K |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $62K | -- | -$62K |
| ST LUCIA | -- | $49K | +$49K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2402900000 | CIGAR/CHEROOT/CIGARILLO/CIGS OF TOB SUBSTITS NESOI | $89K | 7.11% | $6K |
CIGAR/CHEROOT/CIGARILLO/CIGS OF TOB SUBSTITS NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2402900000 | CIGAR/CHEROOT/CIGARILLO/CIGS OF TOB SUBSTITS NESOI | $1.4M |
CIGAR/CHEROOT/CIGARILLO/CIGS OF TOB SUBSTITS NESOI
22.0K ths
CIGARS, CHEROOTS & CIGARILLOS, CONTAINING TOBACCO
HS 240210
CIGARETTES CONTAINING TOBACCO
HS 240220
TOBACCO, PARTLY OR WHOLLY STEMMED/STRIPPED
HS 240120
NICOTINE PRODUCTS FOR ORAL INTAKE INTO HUMAN BODY
HS 240491
SMOKING TOBACCO W/ OR W/O TOBACCO SUBSTITUTE NESOI
HS 240319
NICOTINE PRODUCTS FOR INHALATION W/O COMBUST
HS 240412
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL AIRPORT, TX | -- | $755K | +$755K |
| PORT EVERGLADES, FL | -- | $278K | +$278K |
| LAREDO, TX | -- | $175K | +$175K |