Product classification
HS code for Vermouth: 2205.90
Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres.
Classification of vermouth under HS 2205.90
Vermouth and other flavored wines are classified under HS code 2205.90 when they are packaged in containers exceeding a capacity of 2 liters. This classification is governed by the General Rules of Interpretation (GRI) 1 and 6, which prioritize the specific description of the product and its packaging volume. Under Chapter 22 of the Harmonized System, which covers beverages, spirits, and vinegar, heading 2205 specifically addresses wine of fresh grapes that has been flavored with plants or aromatic substances. The distinction between subheadings 2205.10 and 2205.90 is strictly based on the volume of the container. For a product to fall under 2205.90, it must be a fermented grape-based wine where the addition of botanicals, such as wormwood (Artemisia), herbs, or spices, provides the primary flavor profile, and it must be shipped in bulk or large-format containers like boxes or barrels larger than 2 liters.
- Covers
- Bulk vermouth intended for bottling or industrial food use
- Aromatized wines in 3-liter or 5-liter bag-in-box packaging
- Quinquina and other herb-infused wines in large containers
- Bitters-flavored wines exceeding 2-liter capacity
- 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 frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 2205.10, which is reserved for vermouth in containers of 2 liters or less. Importers often fail to update the code when switching from retail bottles to bulk containers. Additionally, vermouth is sometimes incorrectly classified under 2204 (unflavored wine) if the aromatic additives are not clearly documented. Another common error involves HS code 2206, which covers other fermented beverages like cider or perry; however, because vermouth is grape-based, it must remain within 2205.
Top exporters and importers of HS 220590 (the code used for vermouth), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 220590 (the code used for vermouth) 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 vermouth.
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 vermouth
Brazil classifies vermouth 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 vermouth
What is the HS code for Vermouth?
The HS code for Vermouth is 220590 (Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances, in containers holding more than 2 litres). The HS code for vermouth in containers larger than 2 liters is 2205.90, while vermouth in smaller retail containers is classified under 2205.10.
How do I classify Vermouth for customs?
Vermouth 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.
Does the alcohol content affect this classification?
While vermouth is often fortified with neutral spirits, its classification under 2205 depends on its base of fresh grape wine and the presence of aromatic flavoring, regardless of the specific ABV, provided it remains a wine-based product.
Which countries are the top exporters of vermouth (HS 220590)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 220590 (the code used for vermouth) 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 vermouth (HS 220590)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 220590 (the code used for vermouth) 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 Vermouth the same in all countries?
The base HS code 220590 for Vermouth 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 vermouth in Brazil?
In Brazil, vermouth (HS 220590) is classified under NCM 2205.90.00.