Product classification
HS code for Bulk wine: 2204.29
Wine, still, in containers holding more than 10 litres.
Classification of bulk wine under HS 2204.29
Bulk wine is classified under HS code 220429, which specifically covers still wine presented in containers holding more than 10 litres. Chapter 22 of the Harmonized System deals with beverages, spirits, and vinegar. Heading 2204 is dedicated to wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines and grape must with fermentation arrested by the addition of alcohol. The subheadings under 2204 differentiate wine based on its effervescence (sparkling vs. still) and, for still wine, the volume of the container. The 'bulk' aspect, defined as containers exceeding 10 litres, is the critical factor for classification under 220429, distinguishing it from wine bottled in smaller quantities.
- Covers
- Still red wine in barrels
- Still white wine in tanks
- Still rosé wine in intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)
- Grape must with fermentation arrested by adding alcohol (mistelle) in bulk
- Unbottled still wine intended for further processing or bottling
- Also under 2204.29
- Accolade Wines (bulk shipments)
- E&J Gallo Winery (bulk imports)
- Concha y Toro (bulk exports)
- Treasury Wine Estates (bulk movements)
Codes often confused with 2204.29
Common mistake. Common misclassifications for bulk wine often involve other subheadings within 2204. For instance, wine in containers of 2 litres or less would fall under 220421, while wine in containers exceeding 2 litres but not more than 10 litres is classified under 220422. The primary distinction is the container volume. Sparkling wine, regardless of container size, is classified under 220410. Furthermore, other fermented beverages like cider, perry, or mead are classified under 220600, as they are not derived from fresh grapes, which is a fundamental requirement for heading 2204.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220429 (the code used for bulk wine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220429 (the code used for bulk wine) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 23% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 22% 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 220429, not only bulk wine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $621M 23% of world exports
- 2 New Zealand $365M 13% of world exports
- 3 Italy $338M 12% of world exports
World total: $2.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $643M 22% of world imports
- 2 Germany $534M 18% of world imports
- 3 United States $277M 9.4% of world imports
World total: $3.0B 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 bulk wine
Brazil splits HS 2204.29 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 2204.29.10Wine in containers holding more than 10 litres
- 2204.29.20Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 10 l
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about bulk wine
What is the HS code for Bulk wine?
The HS code for Bulk wine is 220429 (Wine; still, in containers holding more than 10 litres). The HS code for bulk wine is 220429, specifically for still wine in containers holding more than 10 litres.
How do I classify Bulk wine for customs?
Bulk wine is classified under HS code 220429 — Wine; still, in containers holding more than 10 litres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is "bulk" defined for wine classification under HS code 220429?
For the purpose of HS code 220429, "bulk" is defined as wine contained in vessels or containers with a capacity exceeding 10 litres.
Which countries are the top exporters of bulk wine (HS 220429)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220429 (the code used for bulk wine) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($621M, 23% of world exports), New Zealand ($365M) and Italy ($338M). World exports came to about $2.8B, 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 bulk wine (HS 220429)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220429 (the code used for bulk wine) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($643M, 22% of world imports), Germany ($534M) and the United States ($277M). World imports came to about $3.0B, 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 Bulk wine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220429 for Bulk 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 bulk wine in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 220429 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for bulk wine depends on the product's details: 2204.29.10 (Wine in containers holding more than 10 litres), 2204.29.20 (Alcohol-arrested grape must, over 10 l).