Tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes; products, whether or not containing nicotine, intended for inhalation without combustion; other nicotine containing products intended for the intake of nicotine into the human body

HS code 24 covers a diverse range of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, including traditional tobacco products as well as newer alternatives like e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, with tobacco being one of the most widely traded agricultural commodities worldwide. The products under this code are consumed by a large portion of the adult population, making it an important sector from both economic and public health perspectives.

The production of tobacco and nicotine-containing products typically involves several key steps. For traditional tobacco products, this includes the curing and processing of raw tobacco leaves, the blending of different tobacco varieties, and the manufacturing of cigarettes, cigars, and other smokable products. For newer nicotine delivery systems, the production process involves the assembly of electronic devices, the formulation of nicotine-containing liquids or powders, and the packaging of the final products.

The main inputs required for the tobacco and nicotine products industry include raw tobacco leaves, which are the primary agricultural input. Additionally, the industry relies on various processing equipment, such as curing barns, blending machines, and cigarette manufacturing lines. Other significant inputs include packaging materials, filters, and in the case of electronic nicotine delivery systems, electronic components and batteries.

The primary outputs of this industry are a wide range of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, including 2402 Cigars, cheroots, cigarillos and cigarettes, of tobacco or of tobacco substitutes, 2403 Other manufactured tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes; 'homogenised' or 'reconstituted' tobacco; tobacco extracts and essences, and 8543 Electrical machines and apparatus, having individual functions, not specified or included elsewhere in this Chapter, which covers electronic nicotine delivery systems. These products are consumed by a significant portion of the global population and are often subject to various regulatory frameworks.