HS Code 2404
Vapes and Nicotine Inhalation Products
HS code 2404 covers non-combustible nicotine delivery products like vapes and heated tobacco, alongside nicotine-containing gels or patches for human intake.
HS Code 2404 — Vapes and Nicotine Inhalation Products
This code applies to modern nicotine delivery systems that do not rely on combustion, such as e-cigarettes, heated tobacco sticks, and nicotine patches. It reflects the shift from traditional smoking to heat-not-burn and chemical inhalation technology.
What's included
- E-cigarette cartridges
- Heated tobacco units (IQOS style)
- Nicotine replacement therapy patches
- Disposable vape pens
What's excluded
- Electronic vaping devices → use
8543(The electronic heating hardware itself (without nicotine) is usually classified under electrical machinery.)
Common examples
- HEETS tobacco sticks
- Vuse disposable pods
- Nicorette patches
- Nicotine-containing oral gel
Frequently asked questions
Are disposable vapes in this code?
Yes, products intended for nicotine inhalation without combustion fall here as of the 2022 HS update.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: Moderate to High
- Documentation: Chemical safety data sheets (SDS) are often required for liquid nicotine.
- Typical shipping mode: Air
- Top exporters: China, United States, Italy
- Top importers: United States, United Kingdom, Germany
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Key takeaway
New code (2022) covering the vast majority of smokeless nicotine and tobacco alternative products.
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