How Much Do IQOS Tobacco Sticks Cost in Japan?
How much do IQOS tobacco sticks cost in Japan? IQOS tobacco sticks have become increasingly hard to find in China, so many people are concerned about possible price increases. Given the current situation, various shipping channels are being used, includin
How much do IQOS tobacco sticks cost in Japan? Currently, IQOS tobacco sticks are becoming increasingly scarce in the domestic market, and many people are concerned that prices will rise. The current situation is clear to everyone; many are using EMS for shipping, with various methods available—some are clearing through Guangzhou, others through Hong Kong, some are carrying goods back, and some are using Tianjin shipping. Ultimately, it all comes down to customs clearance.
The orange flavor, mocha flavor, and the newly released lemon flavor are only available at IQOS specialty stores and have not yet been made available for online wholesale supply.
For those who need these new flavors, it generally requires hiring a specialized buyer in Japan to purchase them. If you are not buying them yourself, you will need to pay them to buy in bulk. Therefore, prices remain high.
Currently, the Japanese are employing a strategy of scarcity marketing. However, I speculate that in a few months, wholesale supplies will be available, and direct shipping will be possible.
First, the Marlboro tobacco sticks on the market are divided into two types: one is the duty-free version, and the other is the domestic version.
First, let’s introduce the duty-free version. The advantage of the duty-free version is that it is currently priced lower, around 3,900 yen, approximately 240 RMB per pack. The downside is that it is not available in the open market; each person is limited to purchasing 10 packs at the airport duty-free shop. Generally, these are brought back by personal shoppers and sold at retail prices (the current retail price in the domestic market is around 320 to 350 RMB). The downside is that it cannot circulate in the market. After all, everyone knows that duty-free items are limited and discounted, and no one buys 10 packs. Therefore, those who claim to have a large quantity of duty-free versions are unlikely to be truthful.
The second type is the so-called domestic version of the tobacco sticks, priced at 4,600 yen, around 280 RMB. This means that the original price in Japan is 280 RMB. As a business, we obtain licenses from Japanese tobacco companies to purchase, and the price can be around 4,240 yen, but it requires bulk purchasing. The prices are generally transparent, and there is not much to hide. Next is another aspect of cost calculation, which is currently a challenge in Japan: transportation. Currently, most shipments are done via EMS air freight. Calculating for a box of 50 packs, the shipping cost is approximately 12,900 yen, or 780 RMB. The most challenging aspect in Japan right now is this: goods are easily confiscated or returned. After doing this for a while, there have been both successful and returned experiences. First, those returned must be declared and are often found to be inconsistent with the described items, as declarations are needed to alleviate customs pressure. Secondly, customs issues have been tightened since a batch of people was caught before the Spring Festival in 187. Such sensitive items rarely pass customs smoothly. Currently, the customs that dare to accept shipments charge around 600 RMB per box of goods, so the cost of the domestic version is approximately 280 RMB.
Next, let’s talk about the issue of domestic shipping, especially for retail. I want to explain that there are no regulations between countries prohibiting the exchange and transportation of tobacco. Logically, if you buy a box of cigarettes in Japan and mail it back, normal customs declaration should not lead to confiscation; at most, you would be taxed. Each cigarette incurs a tax of 12 yen, which you can completely bring back. So why is there confiscation in the domestic market? Because of selling without a national tobacco license, you are not qualified to sell cigarettes, but you can smoke them yourself. Therefore, don’t say that the tobacco bureau is confiscating your goods at customs; these are two different entities doing different things.
For shipping, I recommend not using express delivery, as the competition in this industry is fierce. If a competitor tries to fish you out, buys goods from you, and then reports the tracking number, you are doomed. For domestic shipping, try to use logistics instead.
However, a few days ago, I personally went abroad, signed a logistics contract that guarantees safety and compensation, and it’s for air transport!
The orange flavor, mocha flavor, and the newly released lemon flavor are only available at IQOS specialty stores and have not yet been made available for online wholesale supply.
For those who need these new flavors, it generally requires hiring a specialized buyer in Japan to purchase them. If you are not buying them yourself, you will need to pay them to buy in bulk. Therefore, prices remain high.
Currently, the Japanese are employing a strategy of scarcity marketing. However, I speculate that in a few months, wholesale supplies will be available, and direct shipping will be possible.
First, the Marlboro tobacco sticks on the market are divided into two types: one is the duty-free version, and the other is the domestic version.
First, let’s introduce the duty-free version. The advantage of the duty-free version is that it is currently priced lower, around 3,900 yen, approximately 240 RMB per pack. The downside is that it is not available in the open market; each person is limited to purchasing 10 packs at the airport duty-free shop. Generally, these are brought back by personal shoppers and sold at retail prices (the current retail price in the domestic market is around 320 to 350 RMB). The downside is that it cannot circulate in the market. After all, everyone knows that duty-free items are limited and discounted, and no one buys 10 packs. Therefore, those who claim to have a large quantity of duty-free versions are unlikely to be truthful.The second type is the so-called domestic version of the tobacco sticks, priced at 4,600 yen, around 280 RMB. This means that the original price in Japan is 280 RMB. As a business, we obtain licenses from Japanese tobacco companies to purchase, and the price can be around 4,240 yen, but it requires bulk purchasing. The prices are generally transparent, and there is not much to hide. Next is another aspect of cost calculation, which is currently a challenge in Japan: transportation. Currently, most shipments are done via EMS air freight. Calculating for a box of 50 packs, the shipping cost is approximately 12,900 yen, or 780 RMB. The most challenging aspect in Japan right now is this: goods are easily confiscated or returned. After doing this for a while, there have been both successful and returned experiences. First, those returned must be declared and are often found to be inconsistent with the described items, as declarations are needed to alleviate customs pressure. Secondly, customs issues have been tightened since a batch of people was caught before the Spring Festival in 187. Such sensitive items rarely pass customs smoothly. Currently, the customs that dare to accept shipments charge around 600 RMB per box of goods, so the cost of the domestic version is approximately 280 RMB.
Next, let’s talk about the issue of domestic shipping, especially for retail. I want to explain that there are no regulations between countries prohibiting the exchange and transportation of tobacco. Logically, if you buy a box of cigarettes in Japan and mail it back, normal customs declaration should not lead to confiscation; at most, you would be taxed. Each cigarette incurs a tax of 12 yen, which you can completely bring back. So why is there confiscation in the domestic market? Because of selling without a national tobacco license, you are not qualified to sell cigarettes, but you can smoke them yourself. Therefore, don’t say that the tobacco bureau is confiscating your goods at customs; these are two different entities doing different things.For shipping, I recommend not using express delivery, as the competition in this industry is fierce. If a competitor tries to fish you out, buys goods from you, and then reports the tracking number, you are doomed. For domestic shipping, try to use logistics instead.
However, a few days ago, I personally went abroad, signed a logistics contract that guarantees safety and compensation, and it’s for air transport!
