HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2402.90 – Cigars, cigarillos and cheroots; containing tobacco substitutes including the weight of every band, wrapper or attachment thereto
HS code 2402.90 is the 6-digit subheading for cigars, cigarillos and cheroots, containing tobacco substitutes including the weight of every band, wrapper or attachment thereto. It is used for herbal cigars, nicotine-free cigarillos, hemp-based cheroots, flavored herbal cigars and non-tobacco wraps.
What HS 2402.90 covers
This HS code covers cigars, cigarillos, and cheroots made from tobacco substitutes rather than actual tobacco leaf. This niche market caters to consumers seeking alternatives to traditional tobacco products, often due to health concerns, regulatory restrictions, or personal preference. These products mimic the form and smoking experience of conventional cigars but utilize herbal blends, hemp, or other non-tobacco materials. International trade in these goods is driven by evolving consumer trends and varying excise duty structures, which can sometimes be lower than for tobacco-containing products. Exporters often originate from countries with less restrictive regulations on herbal products, while importers are typically markets with a demand for 'tobacco-free' alternatives.
- Covers
- Herbal cigars
- Nicotine-free cigarillos
- Hemp-based cheroots
- Flavored herbal cigars
- Non-tobacco wraps
- Botanical cigarillos
- Examples
- Black & Mild (select variants)
- Royal Blunts (hemp wraps)
- various herbal cigar brands
- King Palm Wraps
- High Hemp Wraps
Codes often confused with 2402.90
Common mistake. Frequently confused with 240210 (cigars containing tobacco) due to similar appearance, requiring careful examination of ingredient lists to confirm the absence of tobacco.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 240290, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 240290 in UN Comtrade data was Malaysia, with 34% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Italy, with 92% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Malaysia $18M 34% of world exports
- 2 United States $15M 29% of world exports
- 3 Tanzania $6.1M 12% of world exports
World total: $52M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Italy $287M 92% of world imports
- 2 DR Congo* ~$4.1M 1.3% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Malaysia $3.7M 1.2% of world imports
World total: $314M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 2402.90
Brazil does not split HS 2402.90: its NCM code is 2402.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 24.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2402.90
What is HS code 240290?
HS code 240290 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Cigars, cigarillos and cheroots; containing tobacco substitutes including the weight of every band, wrapper or attachment thereto. This HS code covers cigars, cigarillos, and cheroots made from tobacco substitutes rather than actual tobacco leaf. This niche market caters to consumers seeking alternatives to traditional tobacco products, often due to health concerns, regulatory restrictions, or personal preference. These products mimic the form and smoking experience of conventional cigars but utilize herbal blends, hemp, or other non-tobacco materials. International trade in these goods is driven by evolving consumer trends and varying excise duty structures, which can sometimes be lower than for tobacco-containing products. Exporters often originate from countries with less restrictive regulations on herbal products, while importers are typically markets with a demand for 'tobacco-free' alternatives.
What products fall under HS code 240290?
Herbal cigars, nicotine-free cigarillos, hemp-based cheroots, flavored herbal cigars, non-tobacco wraps, botanical cigarillos
What are common misclassifications for HS code 240290?
Frequently confused with 240210 (cigars containing tobacco) due to similar appearance, requiring careful examination of ingredient lists to confirm the absence of tobacco.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 240290?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 240290 in UN Comtrade data were Malaysia ($18M, 34% of world exports), the United States ($15M) and Tanzania ($6.1M). World exports came to about $52M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 240290?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 240290 in UN Comtrade data were Italy ($287M, 92% of world imports), the DR Congo (about $4.1M) and Malaysia ($3.7M). World imports came to about $314M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 240290 structured?
HS code 240290 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (24) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 240290?
In Brazil, HS code 240290 is NCM 2402.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.