Product classification
HS code for Flavored wine: 2205.90
Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres.
Classification of flavored wine under HS 2205.90
Flavored wine, specifically vermouth and other wines of fresh grapes that have been infused with plants or aromatic substances, is classified under HS code 2205.90 when packaged in containers exceeding 2 liters. This classification is determined by the addition of flavoring agents to a wine base, which distinguishes it from standard grape wine found in heading 2204. The aromatic substances can include herbs, spices, or other botanical extracts that alter the natural profile of the wine. The sub-heading 2205.90 is strictly defined by the volume of the container, typically applying to bag-in-box formats, large carboys, or bulk tanks used in commercial or high-volume retail settings. If the alcohol content is increased through the addition of distilled spirits (fortification), the product remains in this heading as long as it retains the character of a flavored wine. This code is essential for customs to distinguish between standard table wines and botanical-infused aperitifs.
- Covers
- Bulk vermouth in containers over 2 liters
- Herb-infused wines in large format packaging
- Aromatized sangria bases in bulk
- Spiced wines (Glühwein) in containers over 2 liters
- Botanical-infused aperitif wines
- Also under 2205.90
- Martini Rosso (large format)
- Cinzano (catering size)
- Dolin (bulk for bars)
- Noilly Prat (commercial size)
- generic bulk aromatized wine.
Codes often confused with 2205.90
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is 2205.10, which is the code for the exact same products but in containers holding 2 liters or less (standard bottles). Importers also frequently confuse flavored wine with standard wine under 2204.22 or 2204.29. The presence of any added aromatic substances, even in small quantities, necessitates a move from 2204 to 2205.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220590 (the code used for flavored wine), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220590 (the code used for flavored wine) in UN Comtrade data was Spain, with 28% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United Kingdom, with 21% 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 220590, not only flavored wine.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Spain $13M 28% of world exports
- 2 France $9.1M 20% of world exports
- 3 Italy $6.7M 15% of world exports
World total: $45M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United Kingdom $10M 21% of world imports
- 2 Germany $6.4M 13% of world imports
- 3 Namibia $3.8M 7.8% of world imports
World total: $49M 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 wine
Brazil classifies flavored wine under NCM 2205.90.00: HS 2205.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about flavored wine
What is the HS code for Flavored wine?
The HS code for Flavored wine is 220590 (Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres). For flavored wine in containers holding more than 2 liters, the HS code is 2205.90.
How do I classify Flavored wine for customs?
Flavored wine is classified under HS code 220590 — Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is vermouth in 750ml bottles classified?
Vermouth in 750ml bottles is classified under HS code 2205.10 because the container size is 2 liters or less.
Which countries are the top exporters of flavored wine (HS 220590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220590 (the code used for flavored wine) in UN Comtrade data were Spain ($13M, 28% of world exports), France ($9.1M) and Italy ($6.7M). World exports came to about $45M, 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 wine (HS 220590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220590 (the code used for flavored wine) in UN Comtrade data were the United Kingdom ($10M, 21% of world imports), Germany ($6.4M) and Namibia ($3.8M). World imports came to about $49M, 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 wine the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220590 for Flavored 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 flavored wine in Brazil?
In Brazil, flavored wine (HS 220590) is classified under NCM 2205.90.00.