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UPDATE: Section 122 tariff (10%) in effect since Feb 24 — expires ~July 24 (~126 days). 24 states challenge in court (March 5). USTR launches new Section 301 probes (March 11). EU trade deal vote imminent. Full analysis →
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HTS Chapter 24Tobacco Tariff Rates (2026)

Covers unmanufactured tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, and reconstituted tobacco products.

Rate Overview

19.8%
Avg MFN Rate
10%
Section 122
N/A
Section 232
7.5-100%
Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 24

HTS CodeDescriptionMFN RateSec 232Sec 301
2401Unmanufactured tobaccoFreeN/AN/A
2402Cigars, cigarettes and cigarette substitutes4.7%N/AN/A

Common Products

CigarettesCigarsPipe tobaccoChewing tobaccoUnmanufactured tobacco leafSnuffTobacco extracts

Chapter 24 of the HTS — Tobacco — is among the most tariff-impacted categories in US trade. Covers unmanufactured tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, smoking tobacco, chewing tobacco, snuff, and reconstituted tobacco products. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 19.8%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipe tobacco, Chewing tobacco, Unmanufactured tobacco leaf, Snuff, Tobacco extracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 24 (Tobacco)?
The average MFN duty rate for tobacco is 19.8%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.
What products are in HTS Chapter 24?
Chapter 24 covers tobacco, including Cigarettes, Cigars, Pipe tobacco, Chewing tobacco, Unmanufactured tobacco leaf.
Are tobacco subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?
Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.

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