Clove Cigarette Guides
Essential expertise for sourcing and understanding the international world of Indonesian kreteks.
Where to Buy Online
A 2025-2026 directory of verified international vendors still shipping authentic Indonesian cloves to the US.
Customs Risk Guide
Understanding the seizure risks and legal hurdles when importing flavored tobacco through US Customs.
Importing into the US
A step-by-step breakdown of the PACT Act and federal regulations governing personal tobacco imports.
Tobacco Content Explained
Deconstructing the blend: how much tobacco is actually in your clove cigarette versus the spice content?
Clove vs. Menthol
The sensory and regulatory battle: why cloves were banned while menthol remained (mostly) legal.
The Numbing Effect
A deep dive into eugenol, the natural local anesthetic that defines the cooling sensation of kretek smoke.