HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2204.29 – Wine; still, in containers holding more than 10 litres
HS code 2204.29 is the 6-digit subheading for wine, still, in containers holding more than 10 litres. It is used for bulk red wine in flexitank, white wine in ISO tank, unbottled rosé wine, wine concentrate and wine for distillation.
What HS 2204.29 covers
This HS code encompasses still wine traded in very large containers, primarily for industrial use, bottling in the importing country, or for very high-volume distribution. This includes wine transported in bulk tanks, flexitanks, or large barrels, often destined for further processing, blending, or bottling under different labels in the destination market. Major players in this trade are large-scale wineries, bulk wine brokers, and bottling plants. Exporters are typically countries with significant wine surpluses and efficient bulk logistics, like Spain, Australia, Chile, and South Africa. Importers include nations with strong domestic bottling industries or those seeking cost-effective raw material for their own wine brands. Key considerations involve transportation efficiency, quality control for large volumes, and adherence to international wine standards for bulk shipments. This segment is crucial for global wine supply chains, allowing for economies of scale and flexibility in market supply.
- Covers
- Bulk red wine in flexitank
- White wine in ISO tank
- Unbottled rosé wine
- Wine concentrate
- Wine for distillation
- Bulk Chardonnay
- Bulk Merlot
- Wine in large oak barrels
- Examples
- Accolade Wines (bulk shipments)
- E&J Gallo Winery (bulk imports)
- Concha y Toro (bulk exports)
- Treasury Wine Estates (bulk movements)
Codes often confused with 2204.29
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 220422 (still wine in containers 2-10 litres) and 220421 (still wine in containers not exceeding 2 litres), as it specifically covers volumes exceeding 10 litres, often indicating bulk or industrial trade.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 220429, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 220429 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 22% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $621M 23% of world exports
- 2 New Zealand $365M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $338M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $643M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $534M 18% of world imports
- 3 United States $277M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $3.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 2204.29 2
Brazil splits HS 2204.29 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2204.29.10 Wine in containers holding more than 10 litresVinhos
- 2204.29.20 Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 10 lMostos
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 22.04 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2204.29
What is HS code 220429?
HS code 220429 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Wine; still, in containers holding more than 10 litres. This HS code encompasses still wine traded in very large containers, primarily for industrial use, bottling in the importing country, or for very high-volume distribution. This includes wine transported in bulk tanks, flexitanks, or large barrels, often destined for further processing, blending, or bottling under different labels in the destination market. Major players in this trade are large-scale wineries, bulk wine brokers, and bottling plants. Exporters are typically countries with significant wine surpluses and efficient bulk logistics, like Spain, Australia, Chile, and South Africa. Importers include nations with strong domestic bottling industries or those seeking cost-effective raw material for their own wine brands. Key considerations involve transportation efficiency, quality control for large volumes, and adherence to international wine standards for bulk shipments. This segment is crucial for global wine supply chains, allowing for economies of scale and flexibility in market supply.
What products fall under HS code 220429?
Bulk red wine in flexitank, white wine in ISO tank, unbottled rosé wine, wine concentrate, wine for distillation, bulk Chardonnay, bulk Merlot, wine in large oak barrels
What are common misclassifications for HS code 220429?
This code is distinct from 220422 (still wine in containers 2-10 litres) and 220421 (still wine in containers not exceeding 2 litres), as it specifically covers volumes exceeding 10 litres, often indicating bulk or industrial trade.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 220429?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 220429 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($621M, 23% of world exports), New Zealand ($365M) and Italy ($338M). World exports came to about $2.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 220429?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 220429 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($643M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($534M) and the United States ($277M). World imports came to about $3.0B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 220429 structured?
HS code 220429 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (22) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (04) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (29) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 220429?
Brazil splits HS code 220429 into 2 NCM codes: 2204.29.10 (Wine in containers holding more than 10 litres), 2204.29.20 (Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 10 l). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.