Product classification
HS code for Boxed wine: 2204.22
Wine, still, in containers holding more than 2 litres but not more than 10 litres.
Classification of boxed wine under HS 2204.22
Boxed wine is classified under HS code 2204.22, a subheading that was specifically introduced to account for the growing market of \"Bag-in-Box\" (BiB) packaging. According to the Harmonized System, wine of fresh grapes is classified under heading 2204. The classification within this heading is primarily determined by the volume of the container. Subheading 2204.22 applies to still wine in containers holding more than 2 liters but not more than 10 liters. This range captures the majority of commercial boxed wine products, which are typically sold in 3-liter or 5-liter formats. The classification is based on the inner container that holds the liquid, even if it is housed within a protective outer cardboard box. This code distinguishes these intermediate-sized retail packages from small bottles (2204.21) and large-scale bulk shipments (2204.29). It is important to note that the wine must be \"still\" (non-sparkling) to fall under this specific code, as sparkling wines are classified separately under 2204.10 regardless of the container size.
- Covers
- 3-liter bag-in-box still wine
- 5-liter boxed table wine
- 10-liter wine pouches for retail sale
- Fortified wines in 3-10 liter containers
- Aromatic wines in intermediate packaging
- Also under 2204.22
- Bota Box
- Black Box Wines
- Franzia
- Yellow Tail 3L
- Barefoot On Tap
Codes often confused with 2204.22
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs between 2204.22 and 2204.21. If a boxed wine container holds exactly 2 liters or less, it must be classified under 2204.21. Conversely, if the container exceeds 10 liters, it falls under 2204.29, which is generally reserved for bulk wine transport. Another common error is attempting to classify sparkling wine in large boxes under 2204.22; however, all sparkling wine, defined by its carbon dioxide pressure, must be classified under 2204.10. Additionally, wine-based beverages that contain added flavors or sugar may sometimes be diverted to 2206.00, though most grape wines remain in 2204.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220422 (the code used for boxed wine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220422 (the code used for boxed wine) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 24% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Sweden, with 18% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 220422, not only boxed wine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $178M 24% of world exports
- 2 Italy $117M 16% of world exports
- 3 Spain $98M 13% of world exports
World total: $754M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Sweden $130M 18% of world imports
- 2 Norway $92M 13% of world imports
- 3 Germany $61M 8.7% of world imports
World total: $710M 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 boxed wine
Brazil splits HS 2204.22 into 3 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2204.22.11Wine in containers over 2 l but not over 5 l
- 2204.22.19Wine in containers over 5 l but not over 10 l
- 2204.22.20Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 2 l to 10 l
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about boxed wine
What is the HS code for Boxed wine?
The HS code for Boxed wine is 220422 (Wine; still, in containers holding more than 2 litres but not more than 10 litres).
How do I classify Boxed wine for customs?
Boxed wine is classified under HS code 220422 — Wine; still, in containers holding more than 2 litres but not more than 10 litres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for 3L boxed wine?
The HS code for still wine in a 3-liter container is 2204.22.
Is sparkling wine in a box classified here?
No, sparkling wine is always classified under HS code 2204.10, regardless of whether it is in a bottle, a box, or a can.
Which countries are the top exporters of boxed wine (HS 220422)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220422 (the code used for boxed wine) in UN Comtrade data were France ($178M, 24% of world exports), Italy ($117M) and Spain ($98M). World exports came to about $754M, 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 boxed wine (HS 220422)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220422 (the code used for boxed wine) in UN Comtrade data were Sweden ($130M, 18% of world imports), Norway ($92M) and Germany ($61M). World imports came to about $710M, 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.
Is the HS code for Boxed wine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220422 for Boxed wine is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for boxed wine in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 220422 into 3 NCM codes, so the right one for boxed wine depends on the product's details: 2204.22.11 (Wine in containers over 2 l but not over 5 l), 2204.22.19 (Wine in containers over 5 l but not over 10 l), 2204.22.20 (Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 2 l to 10 l).