HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2205.90 – Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres
HS code 2205.90 is the 6-digit subheading for vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres. It is used for bulk sweet vermouth, bulk dry vermouth, large format aromatized wine, industrial vermouth concentrate and restaurant-sized vermouth.
What HS 2205.90 covers
This HS code covers vermouth and other wines of fresh grapes, flavored with plants or aromatic substances, but specifically in containers holding more than 2 liters. This typically signifies bulk trade or larger formats intended for commercial use, such as by restaurants, bars, or for further bottling and distribution by importers. Unlike the smaller retail formats, the trade in this category is less about individual consumer sales and more about business-to-business transactions where volume, cost-efficiency, and consistent supply are paramount. Importers are often large distributors, bottlers, or hospitality groups. Exporters are the same traditional producers as for smaller formats, but focusing on industrial-scale production and packaging. Quality control and adherence to specific flavor profiles are critical in this bulk trade.
- Covers
- Bulk sweet vermouth
- Bulk dry vermouth
- Large format aromatized wine
- Industrial vermouth concentrate
- Restaurant-sized vermouth
- Bag-in-box vermouth
- Catering vermouth.
- Examples
- Martini Rosso (large format)
- Cinzano (catering size)
- Dolin (bulk for bars)
- Noilly Prat (commercial size)
- generic bulk aromatized wine.
Codes often confused with 2205.90
Common mistake. Can be confused with 2204.21-.29 (still wine of fresh grapes in bulk) if the flavoring is not clearly declared, or 2208.90 (other spirits in bulk) if misidentified.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 220590, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 220590 in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 21% 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 $13M 28% of world exports
- 2 France $9.1M 20% of world exports
- 3 Italy $6.7M 15% of world exports
World total: $45M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $10M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $6.4M 13% of world imports
- 3 Namibia $3.8M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $49M 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 code for 2205.90
Brazil does not split HS 2205.90: its NCM code is 2205.90.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 22.05 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2205.90
What is HS code 220590?
HS code 220590 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres. This HS code covers vermouth and other wines of fresh grapes, flavored with plants or aromatic substances, but specifically in containers holding more than 2 liters. This typically signifies bulk trade or larger formats intended for commercial use, such as by restaurants, bars, or for further bottling and distribution by importers. Unlike the smaller retail formats, the trade in this category is less about individual consumer sales and more about business-to-business transactions where volume, cost-efficiency, and consistent supply are paramount. Importers are often large distributors, bottlers, or hospitality groups. Exporters are the same traditional producers as for smaller formats, but focusing on industrial-scale production and packaging. Quality control and adherence to specific flavor profiles are critical in this bulk trade.
What products fall under HS code 220590?
Bulk sweet vermouth, bulk dry vermouth, large format aromatized wine, industrial vermouth concentrate, restaurant-sized vermouth, bag-in-box vermouth, catering vermouth.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 220590?
Can be confused with 2204.21-.29 (still wine of fresh grapes in bulk) if the flavoring is not clearly declared, or 2208.90 (other spirits in bulk) if misidentified.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 220590?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 220590 in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($13M, 28% of world exports), France ($9.1M) and Italy ($6.7M). World exports came to about $45M, 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 220590?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 220590 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($10M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($6.4M) and Namibia ($3.8M). World imports came to about $49M, 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 220590 structured?
HS code 220590 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (22) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (05) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 220590?
In Brazil, HS code 220590 is NCM 2205.90.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.