Product classification
HS code for Sparkling water: 2201.10
Waters, mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured).
Classification of sparkling water under HS 2201.10
Sparkling water is classified under HS code 2201.10. This code is situated within Chapter 22, which covers beverages, spirits, and vinegar. Heading 2201 specifically applies to waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, provided they do not contain added sugar, other sweetening matter, or flavoring. Sparkling water, being aerated water (water to which carbon dioxide gas has been added under pressure), fits perfectly into the 2201.10 subheading. The classification depends heavily on the absence of additives; once sugar or flavoring is introduced, the product moves to a different heading. This distinction is critical for customs purposes as it separates basic hydration products from soft drinks and sweetened beverages. The water can be sourced from a natural spring (mineral water) or be treated tap water that has been carbonated (aerated water). As long as the purity of the water is maintained without the addition of caloric or non-caloric sweeteners or aromatic substances, it remains under 2201.10. Packaging, whether in glass bottles, plastic bottles, or cans, does not affect this classification.
- Covers
- Natural sparkling mineral water
- Carbonated spring water
- Unflavored seltzer water
- Unflavored club soda
- Artificial aerated water without additives
- Sparkling water in retail or bulk packaging
- Also under 2201.10
- Perrier
- San Pellegrino
- Evian
- Fiji Water
- Voss
Codes often confused with 2201.10
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with flavored sparkling water or tonic water, which are classified under HS code 2202.10. Even a small amount of fruit flavor or sweetener shifts the product from 2201 to 2202. Additionally, still water that is not mineralized or aerated is classified under 2201.90. It is vital to check the ingredient list; if it contains anything other than water and carbon dioxide, 2201.10 is likely incorrect.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220110 (the code used for sparkling water), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220110 (the code used for sparkling water) in UN Comtrade data was France, with 39% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, 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 220110, not only sparkling water.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 France $1.8B 39% of world exports
- 2 Italy $1.1B 23% of world exports
- 3 Belgium $224M 4.8% of world exports
World total: $4.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $847M 21% of world imports
- 2 France $360M 8.8% of world imports
- 3 United Kingdom $305M 7.5% of world imports
World total: $4.1B 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 sparkling water
Brazil classifies sparkling water under NCM 2201.10.00: HS 2201.10 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about sparkling water
What is the HS code for Sparkling water?
The HS code for Sparkling water is 220110 (Waters; mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured)). The HS code for unflavored and unsweetened sparkling or aerated water is 2201.10.
How do I classify Sparkling water for customs?
Sparkling water is classified under HS code 220110 — Waters; mineral and aerated, including natural or artificial, (not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured). This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Is sparkling water with lemon flavor under this code?
No, sparkling water with lemon or any other flavoring is classified under HS code 2202.10 as a flavored beverage.
Which countries are the top exporters of sparkling water (HS 220110)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220110 (the code used for sparkling water) in UN Comtrade data were France ($1.8B, 39% of world exports), Italy ($1.1B) and Belgium ($224M). World exports came to about $4.7B, 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 sparkling water (HS 220110)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220110 (the code used for sparkling water) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($847M, 21% of world imports), France ($360M) and the United Kingdom ($305M). World imports came to about $4.1B, 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.
Is the HS code for Sparkling water the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220110 for Sparkling 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 sparkling water in Brazil?
In Brazil, sparkling water (HS 220110) is classified under NCM 2201.10.00.