Product classification

HS code for Perry: 2206.00

Beverages, fermented, (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake).

Classification of perry under HS 2206.00

Perry is classified under HS code 2206.00. This heading is part of Chapter 22, which covers beverages, spirits, and vinegar. Heading 2206 is specifically reserved for other fermented beverages, such as cider, perry, mead, and sake, as well as mixtures of fermented beverages and non-alcoholic beverages not elsewhere specified. Perry is an alcoholic drink made from fermented pear juice, similar to how cider is made from apples. The classification is based on the fermentation process. Unlike wine, which is specifically defined in the HS system as being derived from fresh grapes (Heading 2204), perry is grouped with other fruit-based fermented drinks. The classification remains 2206.00 regardless of whether the perry is still or sparkling, or whether it has been fortified with additional alcohol, provided it retains the character of a fermented beverage. This code is vital for excise tax purposes, as fermented beverages often carry different duty rates compared to distilled spirits or grape wines. The essential character of perry is derived from the fermentation of pears, which distinguishes it from other alcoholic products in the 22nd chapter.

Covers
  • Fermented pear juice (Perry)
  • Sparkling perry
  • Still perry
  • Pear cider (often marketed as perry)
  • Mixtures of cider and perry
Also under 2206.00
  • Strongbow Cider
  • Angry Orchard Hard Cider
  • B. Nektar Mead
  • Gekkeikan Sake
  • Rekorderlig Cider.

Codes often confused with 2206.00

Common mistake. Perry is frequently misclassified under HS code 2204.21, which is for wine of fresh grapes. While perry is often called "pear wine," the HS system strictly limits 2204 to grape-based products. Another common error is using HS code 2009.81, which is for pear juice. However, 2009 is for unfermented juice without added spirit. If the product has undergone fermentation, it must move to 2206. Finally, perry with very high alcohol content added after fermentation might be classified under 2208 (Undenatured ethyl alcohol) if it loses its fermented character.

2204.21Wine; still, in containers holding 2 litres or less22.04Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading no. 20092009.81Juice; cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon, Vaccinium oxycoccos); Iingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea), unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter20.09Fruit or nut juices (including grape must and coconut water) and vegetable juices, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter22.06Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake)22.08Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

Top exporters and importers of HS 220600 (the code used for perry), 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220600 (the code used for perry) in UN Comtrade data was Japan, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 220600, not only perry.

Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports

  1. 1 Japan $330M
  2. 2 South Africa $162M
  3. 3 Canada $138M

World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 United States $427M
  2. 2 United Kingdom $280M
  3. 3 China $95M

World total: $1.9B 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 perry

Brazil splits HS 2206.00 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.

Questions about perry

What is the HS code for Perry?

The HS code for Perry is 220600 (Beverages, fermented; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake)). The HS code for perry is 2206.00, which covers fermented beverages other than grape wine and beer.

How do I classify Perry for customs?

Perry is classified under HS code 220600 — Beverages, fermented; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.

Is non-alcoholic perry classified under this code?

No, non-alcoholic pear juice or pear-flavored soft drinks are classified under HS code 2009.81 or 2202.99, depending on their composition.

Which countries are the top exporters of perry (HS 220600)?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220600 (the code used for perry) in UN Comtrade data were Japan ($330M, 18% of world exports), South Africa ($162M) and Canada ($138M). World exports came to about $1.8B, 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 perry (HS 220600)?

In 2025, the top importers of HS 220600 (the code used for perry) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($427M, 22% of world imports), the United Kingdom ($280M) and China ($95M). World imports came to about $1.9B, 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 Perry the same in all countries?

The base HS code 220600 for Perry 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 perry in Brazil?

Brazil splits HS 220600 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for perry depends on the product's details: 2206.00.10 (Cider), 2206.00.90 (Other fermented beverages (perry, mead, sake)).