Product classification
HS code for Grappa: 2208.20
Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc.
Classification of grappa under HS 2208.20
Grappa is classified under HS code 2208.20, which covers spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc. As a distilled beverage produced from the pomace (marc) of grapes, it fits the specific criteria for spirits derived from viticulture. The classification is governed by the production process—distillation—and the raw material used. Unlike wine, which is fermented but not distilled (Chapter 2204), Grappa undergoes a distillation process that increases its alcohol content, placing it firmly within heading 2208. The subheading 2208.20 is reserved for grape-based spirits, distinguishing them from grain-based spirits like whiskey or fruit-based spirits like calvados. The classification remains consistent regardless of whether the Grappa is aged in wood or sold as a clear spirit. It is essential that the product is derived from the skins, seeds, and stalks of grapes after pressing to meet the definition of grape marc spirit required for this specific HS code.
- Covers
- Grappa (Italian grape marc spirit)
- Pisco (grape spirit)
- Brandy obtained from distilled wine
- Cognac and Armagnac
- Marc de Champagne
- Also under 2208.20
- Hennessy VSOP
- Rémy Martin XO
- Courvoisier VS
- Grappa Nonino
- Pisco Portón.
Codes often confused with 2208.20
Common mistake. Grappa is sometimes misclassified under HS code 2204, which is the heading for wine. However, 2204 only covers fermented beverages, not distilled ones. It may also be confused with 2208.90 (other spirits) if the grape origin is not clearly documented. Another potential error is 2207.10, which covers undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% or higher; Grappa is typically bottled at a lower strength and is a beverage spirit rather than industrial alcohol.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220820 (the code used for grappa), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220820 (the code used for grappa) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 50% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 17% 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 220820, not only grappa.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $2.8B 50% of world exports
- 2 Singapore $794M 14% of world exports
- 3 Armenia $304M 5.5% of world exports
World total: $5.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $875M 17% of world imports
- 2 China $720M 14% of world imports
- 3 Singapore $609M 12% of world imports
World total: $5.0B 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 code for grappa
Brazil classifies grappa under NCM 2208.20.00: HS 2208.20 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about grappa
What is the HS code for Grappa?
The HS code for Grappa is 220820 (Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc). The HS code for Grappa is 2208.20, as it is a spirit obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc.
How do I classify Grappa for customs?
Grappa is classified under HS code 220820 — Spirits obtained by distilling grape wine or grape marc. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is Grappa classified differently if it is aged?
No, both aged (riserva) and unaged Grappa are classified under 2208.20, provided they are distilled from grape marc.
Which countries are the top exporters of grappa (HS 220820)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220820 (the code used for grappa) in UN Comtrade data were France ($2.8B, 50% of world exports), Singapore ($794M) and Armenia ($304M). World exports came to about $5.5B, 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 grappa (HS 220820)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220820 (the code used for grappa) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($875M, 17% of world imports), China ($720M) and Singapore ($609M). World imports came to about $5.0B, 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 Grappa the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220820 for Grappa 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 grappa in Brazil?
In Brazil, grappa (HS 220820) is classified under NCM 2208.20.00.