HS Code for Cigarette tubes

Cigarette tubes are classified under HS code 4813.10. This code specifically refers to cigarette paper that has been formed into the shape of a tube or provided in booklets. Heading 4813 covers cigarette paper, whether or not cut to size. The sub-heading 4813.10 is used when the paper is already prepared for immediate use by the consumer or manufacturer to be filled with tobacco. This classification is determined by the material (paper) and its specific preparation into a tubular form. Even if the tube includes a filter tip, it remains classified under 4813.10 because the paper tube is the defining component of the article. The Harmonized System prioritizes the specific use of the paper in this instance over general paper classifications in Chapter 48. This heading is essential for distinguishing between bulk paper rolls and finished paper products ready for tobacco insertion.

Products Included

• Empty paper cigarette tubes
• Cigarette tubes with pre-attached filters
• Menthol-flavored cigarette tubes
• King size and 100mm cigarette tubes
• Hemp-based cigarette tubes
• Artisanal or colored cigarette tubes

Common Misclassification

Cigarette tubes are frequently misclassified under HS code 2402.20, which is the code for finished cigarettes containing tobacco. Since tubes do not contain tobacco at the time of import, they cannot be classified in Chapter 24. Another common error is using HS code 4823, which covers "other" paper products. However, because 4813 specifically mentions cigarette paper in the form of tubes, it is the correct and more specific heading according to GRI 1. Some importers also attempt to classify them under 5601 if they focus on the acetate filter tip, but the paper tube structure is the primary characteristic that dictates the 4813.10 classification.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Cigarette tubes?

The HS code for cigarette tubes (paper tubes for cigarettes) is 4813.10.

Are cigarette tubes with filters classified differently?

No, cigarette tubes that include a filter tip are still classified under 4813.10, as the paper tube remains the essential component of the product.