HS Code 22: Beverages, spirits and vinegar

Q: Is HS code 22 the same in every country?

Yes — HS code 22 is part of the WCO Harmonized System and is the same in every WCO member country at the 6-digit level. Beyond 6 digits, each country extends the code under its own system (e.g. HTSUS in the US, CN/TARIC in the EU, HSK in Korea, CCCHS in China) for national tariff rates and trade statistics. To see how a specific country classifies this code, select a country.

Q: Which WCO edition does HS code 22 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

The Harmonized System is maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and revised approximately every five years. The current edition is HS 2022, which replaced HS 2017 on 1 January 2022. Codes are added, merged, or split between editions to reflect new products and trade patterns, so a code valid in one edition may not exist or may mean something different in another.

Q: How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 22?

Beyond the international 6-digit level, each country adds its own digits — the US extends to 10 digits (HTSUS), the EU to 8 or 10 (CN/TARIC), China to 13 (CCCHS), Korea to 10 (HSK), Japan to 9, and so on. To find the full code used by a specific country, select a country in TradeInt's HS Code Tool and search for 22.

What is HS Code 22

HS Code 22 covers Beverages, spirits and vinegar. It is one of the 96 chapters of the WCO Harmonized System, sitting in Section IV (Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes). The two digits "22" are the chapter level — every 4-digit heading and 6-digit subheading starting with "22" belongs here.

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What does HS Code 22 Beverages, spirits and vinegar Cover?

Section IV

Chapters (16-24) Prepared foodstuffs; beverages, spirits and vinegar; tobacco and manufactured tobacco substitutes

Chapter 22

Beverages, spirits and vinegar

HS Code 2201

Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow

HS Code 2202

Waters, including mineral and aerated waters, containing added sugar or sweetening matter, flavoured; other non-alcoholic beverages, not including fruit, nut or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009

HS Code 2203

Beer made from malt

HS Code 2204

Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading no. 2009

HS Code 2205

Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances

HS Code 2206

Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake)

HS Code 2207

Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher; ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength

HS Code 2208

Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

HS Code 2209

Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar obtained from acetic acid

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What HS Codes for Beverages and Spirits Do Not Cover

Chapter 22 covers waters, soft drinks, beer, wine, spirits, and vinegar. Goods frequently misclassified here but that belong elsewhere include:

Fruit and vegetable juices

heading 2009

Milk-based beverages

Chapter 04

Liquid medicaments

Chapter 30

Soya milk and plant-based "milks"

heading 2202 (stays here, but watch dairy-style packaging)

This list highlights common classification errors only — it is not exhaustive. For binding classification, work with a licensed customs broker or qualified trade compliance professional.

Related HS Codes under Beverages and Spirits HS 22

HS Code 2201

Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow

HS Code 2202

Waters, including mineral and aerated waters, containing added sugar or sweetening matter, flavoured; other non-alcoholic beverages, not including fruit, nut or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009

HS Code 2203

Beer made from malt

HS Code 2204

Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading no. 2009

HS Code 2205

Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances

HS Code 2206

Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake)

HS Code 2207

Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher; ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength

HS Code 2208

Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

HS Code 2209

Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar obtained from acetic acid

HS Code 220110

Waters; mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 22?

HS code 22 covers Beverages, spirits and vinegar, one of the chapter 22 of the World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System. It is the broadest level of HS classification, grouping all products of this type before they are narrowed down by more specific 4-digit headings and 6-digit subheadings.

Is HS code 22 the same in every country?

Which WCO edition does HS code 22 belong to, and has it been reclassified?

How do I find the correct country-specific version of HS code 22?