Product classification
HS code for Food flavorings: 3302.10
Odoriferous substances and mixtures, of a kind used in the food or drink industries.
Classification of food flavorings under HS 3302.10
Food flavorings are classified under HS code 3302.10. This code pertains to mixtures of odoriferous substances and mixtures (including alcoholic solutions) of a kind used as raw materials in the food or drink industries. These substances are typically concentrated and are not intended for direct consumption in their imported state. Instead, they serve as ingredients to impart specific tastes or scents to final food products. The classification under Chapter 33 reflects their nature as odoriferous compounds, while the subheading 3302.10 specifically isolates those used in food and beverage manufacturing. These mixtures can be based on essential oils, resinoids, or synthetic aromatics. The key requirement for this classification is that the mixture must have an odoriferous basis and be intended for industrial food use. If the product contains nutritional elements like vitamins or fats in significant quantities, it may be excluded from this chapter. The classification also covers flavorings that are dissolved in a solvent like ethanol or propylene glycol, provided they are used as raw materials in the food industry.
- Covers
- Concentrated liquid fruit flavorings for beverages
- Aromatic mixtures for use in bakery products
- Flavoring compounds for confectionery and sweets
- Alcoholic solutions of odoriferous substances for food use
- Synthetic flavoring mixtures for processed foods
- Also under 3302.10
- Givaudan Vanilla Flavor
- Firmenich Strawberry Flavor
- IFF Lemon & Lime Blend
- Symrise Caramel Flavor
Codes often confused with 3302.10
Common mistake. Food flavorings are often confused with HS code 2106.90, which covers food preparations not elsewhere specified. However, 2106.90 is for finished food products or preparations with a nutritional base, whereas 3302.10 is for aromatic raw materials. Another common error is using HS code 3301.90, which is for essential oils or resinoids; 3302.10 is specifically for mixtures of these substances. If the flavoring is for retail sale and contains sugar, it might be classified under 2106.
Top exporters and importers of HS 330210 (the code used for food flavorings), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 330210 (the code used for food flavorings) in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 46% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 12% 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 330210, not only food flavorings.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Ireland $10.3B 46% of world exports
- 2 United States $2.0B 9.0% of world exports
- 3 Germany $1.6B 7.3% of world exports
World total: $22.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $2.8B 12% of world imports
- 2 Mexico $2.7B 12% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $1.2B 5.3% of world imports
World total: $22.8B 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 food flavorings
Brazil classifies food flavorings under NCM 3302.10.00: HS 3302.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about food flavorings
What is the HS code for Food flavorings?
The HS code for Food flavorings is 330210 (Odoriferous substances and mixtures; of a kind used in the food or drink industries). The HS code for odoriferous mixtures used in the food and drink industry is 3302.10.
How do I classify Food flavorings for customs?
Food flavorings is classified under HS code 330210 — Odoriferous substances and mixtures; of a kind used in the food or drink industries. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Can vanilla extract be classified here?
Pure vanilla extract is often classified under 3301.90, but complex mixtures of vanilla with other aromatics for industrial use fall under 3302.10.
Which countries are the top exporters of food flavorings (HS 330210)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 330210 (the code used for food flavorings) in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($10.3B, 46% of world exports), the United States ($2.0B) and Germany ($1.6B). World exports came to about $22.1B, 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 food flavorings (HS 330210)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 330210 (the code used for food flavorings) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($2.8B, 12% of world imports), Mexico ($2.7B) and the United Kingdom ($1.2B). World imports came to about $22.8B, 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 Food flavorings the same in all countries?
The base HS code 330210 for Food flavorings 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 food flavorings in Brazil?
In Brazil, food flavorings (HS 330210) is classified under NCM 3302.10.00.