HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2208.50 – Gin and geneva
HS code 2208.50 is the 6-digit subheading for gin and geneva. It is used for london Dry Gin, plymouth Gin, old Tom Gin, navy Strength Gin and sloe Gin.
What HS 2208.50 covers
This category covers gin and geneva (genever), spirits flavored predominantly with juniper berries. Gin has experienced a global resurgence, driven by the craft gin movement, diverse botanical profiles, and its versatility in cocktails. Geneva, the traditional Dutch precursor to gin, holds a niche market. Trade is characterized by a proliferation of new brands, innovative flavor combinations, and strong regional identities, with a focus on premium and artisanal products. Importers are distributors and retailers catering to a sophisticated consumer base interested in premium and craft spirits. Exporters are countries with strong distilling traditions and access to diverse botanicals, particularly the UK and Netherlands. The specific botanical blend and distillation method are crucial for market differentiation.
- Covers
- London Dry Gin
- Plymouth Gin
- Old Tom Gin
- Navy Strength Gin
- Sloe Gin
- Genever
- New Western Dry Gin
- Craft gin.
- Examples
- Tanqueray London Dry Gin
- Bombay Sapphire
- Hendrick's Gin
- Beefeater Gin
- Bols Genever.
Codes often confused with 2208.50
Common mistake. Can be confused with 2208.90 (other spirits) if the juniper flavoring is not the primary characteristic, or 2205.10 (flavored wines) if misidentified as a wine-based product.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 220850, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 220850 in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 49% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 18% 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 Kingdom $796M 49% of world exports
- 2 Germany $114M 7.1% of world exports
- 3 Spain $85M 5.3% of world exports
World total: $1.6B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $299M 18% of world imports
- 2 Italy $190M 12% of world imports
- 3 Spain $102M 6.3% of world imports
World total: $1.6B 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 code for 2208.50
Brazil does not split HS 2208.50: its NCM code is 2208.50.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 22.08 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2208.50
What is HS code 220850?
HS code 220850 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Gin and geneva. This category covers gin and geneva (genever), spirits flavored predominantly with juniper berries. Gin has experienced a global resurgence, driven by the craft gin movement, diverse botanical profiles, and its versatility in cocktails. Geneva, the traditional Dutch precursor to gin, holds a niche market. Trade is characterized by a proliferation of new brands, innovative flavor combinations, and strong regional identities, with a focus on premium and artisanal products. Importers are distributors and retailers catering to a sophisticated consumer base interested in premium and craft spirits. Exporters are countries with strong distilling traditions and access to diverse botanicals, particularly the UK and Netherlands. The specific botanical blend and distillation method are crucial for market differentiation.
What products fall under HS code 220850?
London Dry Gin, Plymouth Gin, Old Tom Gin, Navy Strength Gin, Sloe Gin, Genever, New Western Dry Gin, craft gin.
What are common misclassifications for HS code 220850?
Can be confused with 2208.90 (other spirits) if the juniper flavoring is not the primary characteristic, or 2205.10 (flavored wines) if misidentified as a wine-based product.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 220850?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 220850 in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($796M, 49% of world exports), Germany ($114M) and Spain ($85M). World exports came to about $1.6B, 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.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 220850?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 220850 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($299M, 18% of world imports), Italy ($190M) and Spain ($102M). World imports came to about $1.6B, 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 220850 structured?
HS code 220850 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (22) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (08) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (50) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 220850?
In Brazil, HS code 220850 is NCM 2208.50.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.