Product classification
HS code for Cigarette holder: 9614.00
Smoking pipes (including pipe bowls) and cigar or cigarette holders, and parts thereof.
Classification of cigarette holder under HS 9614.00
Cigarette holders fall under HS code 9614.00, which encompasses smoking pipes and holders for cigars or cigarettes. This classification is based on the functional utility of the item as a smoking accessory. The Harmonized System groups these items together because they share a common purpose: facilitating the consumption of tobacco products by providing a mouthpiece or grip. Whether the holder is made of plastic, amber, ivory, or base metal, it remains within heading 9614.00. The Explanatory Notes to the Harmonized System clarify that this heading includes holders of all sizes and shapes. Even if the holder incorporates a filtering mechanism, it does not change the classification, as the primary character remains that of a cigarette holder. The classification is driven by the specific mention of the product in the heading text, which overrides general material-based classifications found in other chapters of the tariff schedule.
- Covers
- Classic long cigarette holders
- Ejector-style cigarette holders
- Disposable plastic cigarette holders
- Filter-tipped cigarette holders (reusable)
- Decorative cigarette holders for costumes
- Bakelite or resin cigarette mouthpieces
- 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. Cigarette holders are often confused with HS code 3926 (other articles of plastics) or 4421 (other articles of wood) when importers focus on the material rather than the function. However, GRI 1 dictates that the specific heading 9614 takes precedence. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 8421, which covers filtering machinery; even if a cigarette holder contains a filter, it is not considered a filtering machine but a smoking accessory. Furthermore, they are sometimes incorrectly filed under 9613 (lighters) if they are part of a gift set, but they must be classified separately unless they meet the criteria for a set put up for retail sale.
Top exporters and importers of HS 961400 (the code used for cigarette holder), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 961400 (the code used for cigarette 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 cigarette 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 cigarette holder
Brazil classifies cigarette 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 cigarette holder
What is the HS code for Cigarette holder?
The HS code for Cigarette holder is 961400 (Smoking pipes (including pipe bowls) and cigar or cigarette holders, and parts thereof). The HS code for a cigarette holder is 9614.00, which includes smoking pipes and cigar or cigarette holders.
How do I classify Cigarette holder for customs?
Cigarette 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.
Are disposable cigarette holders classified differently?
No, even disposable versions intended for single use are classified under 9614.00 as they serve the same functional purpose as permanent holders.
Which countries are the top exporters of cigarette holder (HS 961400)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 961400 (the code used for cigarette 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 cigarette holder (HS 961400)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 961400 (the code used for cigarette 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 Cigarette holder the same in all countries?
The base HS code 961400 for Cigarette 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 cigarette holder in Brazil?
In Brazil, cigarette holder (HS 961400) is classified under NCM 9614.00.00.