Product classification
HS code for Cigar holder: 9614.00
Smoking pipes (including pipe bowls) and cigar or cigarette holders, and parts thereof.
Classification of cigar holder under HS 9614.00
Cigar holders are classified under HS code 9614.00 because this heading specifically covers smoking pipes, including pipe bowls, and cigar or cigarette holders, along with their constituent parts. The classification is determined by the primary function of the object as an accessory designed to hold a cigar during the smoking process. Under the General Rules for the Interpretation (GRI) of the Harmonized System, specifically GRI 1, classification is determined by the terms of the headings and any relative section or chapter notes. Since heading 9614 explicitly mentions cigar holders, it takes precedence over more general headings for articles of the material from which the holder is made, such as wood (Chapter 44), plastic (Chapter 39), or base metals (Chapter 73). These items are considered finished smoking accessories regardless of the material composition, provided they are intended for the specific purpose of holding tobacco products for consumption. The classification remains consistent whether the holder is a simple tube or a more complex ergonomic design, as long as its function is to facilitate the smoking of a cigar.
- Covers
- Standard wooden cigar holders
- Plastic or acrylic cigar mouthpieces
- Amber or ivory cigar holders
- Metal cigar holders (non-precious)
- Cigar holders with integrated cooling paths
- Replacement mouthpieces for cigar holders
- Also under 9614.00
- Peterson Pipes
- Savinelli Pipes
- Vauen Pipes
- Missouri Meerschaum Corn Cob Pipes
- Denicotea cigarette holders
- Falcon Pipes.
Codes often confused with 9614.00
Common mistake. Cigar holders are frequently misclassified under HS code 9613, which is reserved for cigarette lighters and other lighters. While both are smoking accessories, their functions are distinct. Another common error is classifying luxury holders under HS code 7113 if they contain precious metals; however, Note 4 to Chapter 96 generally directs that items described in 9614 remain there even if containing precious metal parts, unless they are entirely made of precious metal and considered jewelry. Additionally, they should not be confused with HS code 2402, which covers the cigars themselves. The distinction lies in the fact that 9614 covers the durable accessory, whereas 2402 covers the consumable tobacco product.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961400 (the code used for cigar holder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961400 (the code used for cigar holder) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 58% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Saudi Arabia, with 9.5% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 961400, not only cigar holder.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $194M 58% of world exports
- 2 Germany $26M 7.7% of world exports
- 3 India $14M 4.2% of world exports
World total: $337M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Saudi Arabia $23M 9.5% of world imports
- 2 Germany $21M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 United States $21M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $240M 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 cigar holder
Brazil classifies cigar holder under NCM 9614.00.00: HS 9614.00 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cigar holder
What is the HS code for Cigar holder?
The HS code for Cigar holder is 961400 (Smoking pipes (including pipe bowls) and cigar or cigarette holders, and parts thereof). The HS code for a cigar holder is 9614.00, which covers smoking pipes and holders for cigars or cigarettes.
How do I classify Cigar holder for customs?
Cigar holder is classified under HS code 961400 — Smoking pipes (including pipe bowls) and cigar or cigarette holders, and parts thereof. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does the material of the cigar holder change its HS code?
Generally, no. Whether made of wood, plastic, or common metals, it stays under 9614.00. Only if it is made entirely of precious metal might it be scrutinized under Chapter 71, but 9614 is the specific heading for the functional item.
Which countries are the top exporters of cigar holder (HS 961400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961400 (the code used for cigar holder) in UN Comtrade data were China ($194M, 58% of world exports), Germany ($26M) and India ($14M). World exports came to about $337M, 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 cigar holder (HS 961400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961400 (the code used for cigar holder) in UN Comtrade data were Saudi Arabia ($23M, 9.5% of world imports), Germany ($21M) and the United States ($21M). World imports came to about $240M, 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.
Is the HS code for Cigar holder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961400 for Cigar holder is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cigar holder in Brazil?
In Brazil, cigar holder (HS 961400) is classified under NCM 9614.00.00.