About HS Code 220710
This HS code covers undenatured ethyl alcohol with an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher. This is high-purity ethanol, primarily traded for industrial applications, as a base spirit for beverage production, or for pharmaceutical uses. Its high strength makes it a versatile and essential commodity, often traded in bulk quantities. The market is dominated by large chemical companies, distilleries, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Due to its potential for use in alcoholic beverages and its flammability, trade in undenatured alcohol is highly regulated, requiring strict adherence to customs and excise laws. Importers are typically industries requiring pure alcohol for various processes, while exporters are countries with efficient ethanol production from agricultural sources like sugarcane or corn.
Products Under This Code
Pure ethanol, grain neutral spirit, rectified spirit, absolute alcohol, industrial alcohol (undenatured), pharmaceutical grade ethanol, beverage-grade ethanol.
Real World Examples
Everclear (high proof), various industrial grade ethanol from ADM, Cargill, Tereos, pure laboratory ethanol.
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 2207.20 (denatured ethyl alcohol) if the 'undenatured' aspect is overlooked, which has significant tax implications, or 2208.90 (other spirits) if it's intended for direct beverage consumption but not yet flavored or diluted.
Products Classified Under 2207.10
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
Brazil and the USA are major exporters due to large-scale agricultural ethanol production, with global industries being key importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 220710?
HS code 220710 covers: Undenatured ethyl alcohol; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher. This HS code covers undenatured ethyl alcohol with an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher. This is high-purity ethanol, primarily traded for industrial applications, as a base spirit for beverage production, or for pharmaceutical uses. Its high strength makes it a versatile and essential commodity, often traded in bulk quantities. The market is dominated by large chemical companies, distilleries, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. Due to its potential for use in alcoholic beverages and its flammability, trade in undenatured alcohol is highly regulated, requiring strict adherence to customs and excise laws. Importers are typically industries requiring pure alcohol for various processes, while exporters are countries with efficient ethanol production from agricultural sources like sugarcane or corn.
What products fall under HS code 220710?
Pure ethanol, grain neutral spirit, rectified spirit, absolute alcohol, industrial alcohol (undenatured), pharmaceutical grade ethanol, beverage-grade ethanol.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 220710?
Can be confused with 2207.20 (denatured ethyl alcohol) if the 'undenatured' aspect is overlooked, which has significant tax implications, or 2208.90 (other spirits) if it's intended for direct beverage consumption but not yet flavored or diluted.
How is HS code 220710 structured?
HS code 220710 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (22) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (07) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (10) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.