Product classification
HS code for Flavored water: 2202.10
Waters, including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured.
Classification of flavored water under HS 2202.10
Flavored water is classified under HS code 2202.10, which falls within Chapter 22 covering beverages, spirits, and vinegar. Heading 2202 specifically applies to waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavored, and other non-alcoholic beverages. The inclusion of flavoring—whether natural or artificial—moves the product from heading 2201, which covers plain, unsweetened, and unflavored waters, to 2202. Even if the water does not contain calories, sugar, or artificial sweeteners, the mere presence of a flavoring agent is the defining characteristic for classification under 2202.10. This code is essential for distinguishing between basic hydration products and value-added beverage products that undergo additional processing to alter their sensory profile. The product must be non-alcoholic, meaning it has an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 0.5%. This classification also encompasses beverages that are ready for immediate consumption without further dilution, provided they are based on water and flavoring.
- Covers
- Fruit-flavored sparkling water
- Vitamin-enhanced flavored water
- Sweetened bottled water with berry essence
- Tonic water and club soda with citrus flavoring
- Zero-calorie flavored mineral water
- Botanical-infused still water
- Also under 2202.10
- LaCroix
- Bubly
- Vitaminwater
- Propel
- Sparkling Ice
Codes often confused with 2202.10
Common mistake. A frequent mistake is classifying flavored water under HS code 2201.10 (mineral water) or 2201.90 (other plain water). These codes are strictly for water without any additives. Another misclassification occurs with HS code 2009, which is reserved for fruit or vegetable juices. If the product is primarily water with a small amount of juice for flavoring, it belongs in 2202.10, not 2009.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220210 (the code used for flavored water), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220210 (the code used for flavored water) in UN Comtrade data was Austria, with 12% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 9.4% 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 220210, not only flavored water.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Austria $2.0B 12% of world exports
- 2 Germany $1.5B 9.4% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $1.3B 8.1% of world exports
World total: $16.4B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.6B 9.4% of world imports
- 2 Germany $1.4B 8.4% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $962M 5.7% of world imports
World total: $16.8B 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 flavored water
Brazil classifies flavored water under NCM 2202.10.00: HS 2202.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about flavored water
What is the HS code for Flavored water?
The HS code for Flavored water is 220210 (Waters; including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured). The HS code for flavored water, whether sweetened or unsweetened, is 2202.10.
How do I classify Flavored water for customs?
Flavored water is classified under HS code 220210 — Waters; including mineral and aerated, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is unsweetened flavored water classified differently?
No, as long as the water contains flavoring agents, it remains under 2202.10 regardless of whether sugar or sweeteners are added.
Which countries are the top exporters of flavored water (HS 220210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220210 (the code used for flavored water) in UN Comtrade data were Austria ($2.0B, 12% of world exports), Germany ($1.5B) and the Netherlands ($1.3B). World exports came to about $16.4B, 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 flavored water (HS 220210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220210 (the code used for flavored water) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.6B, 9.4% of world imports), Germany ($1.4B) and the United Kingdom ($962M). World imports came to about $16.8B, 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.
Is the HS code for Flavored water the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220210 for Flavored water 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 flavored water in Brazil?
In Brazil, flavored water (HS 220210) is classified under NCM 2202.10.00.