State stamp guide
New York cigarette tax stamp irons
New York requires a tax stamp on every pack of cigarettes. The state uses colored, numbered stamps that are heat transferred, with added security features. Licensed stamping agents apply them before packs reach retail.
The stamp
How New York stamps cigarettes
New York describes heat-transferred stamps in its own filing in the FTA Tobacco Tax Uniformity compendium (November 2025).
“4 different colored, numbered, heat-transferred stamps”
New York publishes an open dataset of licensed cigarette stamping agents and wholesale dealers. View the New York registry.
Recommended irons
What New York distributors use
New York stamps are heat applied, so distributors set them with a heated iron. The 10-stamp and bar irons below cover partial cases, re-stamps, and low-volume runs. Compare every model to size the right iron for your operation.
Standard 2x5 10 Stamp Iron
The standard 10-stamp iron in a 2x5 configuration, in wood or black handle.
$665plus S&H
Deluxe 2x5 10 Stamp Iron
The Deluxe 10-stamp 2x5 iron with individually polished brass pads.
$700plus S&H
Standard Solid Bar Iron
The standard solid bar iron for all-purpose stamping, in wood or black handle.
$665plus S&H
Deluxe Solid Bar Iron
The Deluxe solid bar iron with a polished brass stamping bar.
$700plus S&H
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