Product classification
HS code for Non-nicotine vapes: 2404.19
Products containing tobacco or nicotine substitutes, intended for inhalation without combustion.
Classification of non-nicotine vapes under HS 2404.19
Non-nicotine vapes are classified under HS code 2404.19, a relatively recent addition to the Harmonized System designed to accommodate the evolving market of vaping products. This code falls under Chapter 24, which traditionally covered tobacco but was expanded to include products containing tobacco or nicotine substitutes intended for inhalation without combustion. Since these specific devices do not contain nicotine, they are excluded from 2404.11 (containing tobacco) and 2404.12 (containing nicotine) and are instead categorized under the other sub-heading 2404.19. This classification applies regardless of whether the product is a disposable unit or a cartridge containing a liquid or gel, provided the substance is intended for aerosolization and inhalation. The primary factor for this classification is the intended use and the absence of tobacco or nicotine, distinguishing it from traditional smoking products and medicinal inhalers. The inclusion of these products in Chapter 24 reflects a shift in international trade policy to group all inhalation products together based on their consumption method rather than just their chemical composition. This ensures that non-nicotine alternatives are regulated and tracked similarly to their nicotine-containing counterparts.
- Covers
- Zero-nicotine disposable e-cigarettes
- CBD vaping cartridges (nicotine-free)
- Herbal inhalation liquids
- Vitamin-infused vape pens
- Refillable pods containing nicotine-free e-liquid
- Also under 2404.19
- Various nicotine-free e-liquid brands
- Pax (for dry herb vaping)
- DaVinci IQ (for dry herb vaping)
- specific CBD vape products
- zero-nicotine Puff Bar
- Calm Vape (herbal)
Codes often confused with 2404.19
Common mistake. These products are often misclassified under 8543.40, which covers the electronic cigarette device itself. However, when the device is imported with the liquid, or if the liquid is imported alone, 2404.19 is the correct code. They may also be confused with 3824.99 (chemical products), but the specific provision in Chapter 24 for inhalation products takes precedence over general chemical headings.
Top exporters and importers of HS 240419 (the code used for non-nicotine vapes), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 240419 (the code used for non-nicotine vapes) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 41% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 22% 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 240419, not only non-nicotine vapes.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $136M 41% of world exports
- 2 Indonesia $73M 22% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $33M 9.9% of world exports
World total: $330M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Japan $47M 22% of world imports
- 2 Netherlands $33M 16% of world imports
- 3 France $19M 9.0% of world imports
World total: $210M 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 non-nicotine vapes
Brazil classifies non-nicotine vapes under NCM 2404.19.00: HS 2404.19 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about non-nicotine vapes
What is the HS code for Non-nicotine vapes?
The HS code for Non-nicotine vapes is 240419 (Products containing tobacco or nicotine substitutes, intended for inhalation without combustion). Non-nicotine vapes and their associated liquids intended for inhalation without combustion are classified under HS code 2404.19.
How do I classify Non-nicotine vapes for customs?
Non-nicotine vapes is classified under HS code 240419 — Products containing tobacco or nicotine substitutes, intended for inhalation without combustion. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are nicotine-free vapes taxed differently than nicotine vapes?
While the HS code 2404.19 distinguishes them from nicotine vapes (2404.12), local excise taxes vary by country and may still apply to all vaping products regardless of nicotine content.
Which countries are the top exporters of non-nicotine vapes (HS 240419)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 240419 (the code used for non-nicotine vapes) in UN Comtrade data were China ($136M, 41% of world exports), Indonesia ($73M) and the Netherlands ($33M). World exports came to about $330M, 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 non-nicotine vapes (HS 240419)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 240419 (the code used for non-nicotine vapes) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($47M, 22% of world imports), the Netherlands ($33M) and France ($19M). World imports came to about $210M, 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 Non-nicotine vapes the same in all countries?
The base HS code 240419 for Non-nicotine vapes 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 non-nicotine vapes in Brazil?
In Brazil, non-nicotine vapes (HS 240419) is classified under NCM 2404.19.00.