HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2207.10 – Undenatured ethyl alcohol; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher
HS code 2207.10 is the 6-digit subheading for undenatured ethyl alcohol, of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher. It is used for pure ethanol, grain neutral spirit, rectified spirit, absolute alcohol and industrial alcohol (undenatured).
What HS 2207.10 covers
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.
- Covers
- Pure ethanol
- Grain neutral spirit
- Rectified spirit
- Absolute alcohol
- Industrial alcohol (undenatured)
- Pharmaceutical grade ethanol
- Beverage-grade ethanol.
- Examples
- Everclear (high proof)
- various industrial grade ethanol from ADM
- Cargill
- Tereos
- pure laboratory ethanol.
Codes often confused with 2207.10
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 220710, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 220710 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 26% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the Netherlands, with 14% 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 United States $2.4B 26% of world exports
- 2 Netherlands $1.3B 14% of world exports
- 3 Brazil $927M 10% of world exports
World total: $9.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Netherlands $1.3B 14% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.1B 13% of world imports
- 3 France $1.1B 12% of world imports
World total: $8.6B 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 2207.10 2
Brazil splits HS 2207.10 into 2 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2207.10.10 Undenatured ethyl alcohol 80%+, water 1% or lessCom um teor de água inferior ou igual a 1 % vol.
- 2207.10.90 Undenatured ethyl alcohol 80%+, water over 1%Outros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 22.07 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2207.10
What is HS code 220710?
HS code 220710 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 220710?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 220710 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.4B, 26% of world exports), the Netherlands ($1.3B) and Brazil ($927M). World exports came to about $9.3B, 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 220710?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 220710 in UN Comtrade data were the Netherlands ($1.3B, 14% of world imports), Germany ($1.1B) and France ($1.1B). World imports came to about $8.6B, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 220710?
Brazil splits HS code 220710 into 2 NCM codes: 2207.10.10 (Undenatured ethyl alcohol 80%+, water 1% or less), 2207.10.90 (Undenatured ethyl alcohol 80%+, water over 1%). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.