Beverages, spirits and vinegar

HS v2017 Code: 22

Chapter	Heading	Sub-heading
22	n/a	n/a

Code	22
Version	HS v2017
Hierarchy Level	2
Datasource	WCO

This Code: Beverages, spirits and vinegar

Child Codes: Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow; Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances; Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading no. 2009; Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar obtained from acetic acid; Beer made from malt; Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake); Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher; ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength; Waters, including mineral and aerated waters, containing added sugar or sweetening matter, flavoured; other non-alcoholic beverages, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009; Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages

About beverages, spirits and vinegar

HS code 22 covers a diverse range of beverages, including alcoholic drinks like spirits, wine, and beer, as well as non-alcoholic beverages such as juices, waters, and soft drinks. This industry plays a significant role in the global economy, with many countries relying on the production and export of these products. Beverages are essential consumer goods, catering to a wide range of preferences and occasions, making this industry a vital part of the broader food and drink sector.

Production process

The production techniques used in the beverages industry vary depending on the specific product. For alcoholic beverages, the key steps often involve fermentation, distillation, and aging. Non-alcoholic beverages may involve processes like pasteurization, carbonation, and blending of ingredients. Manufacturers utilize specialized equipment and carefully controlled environments to ensure consistent quality and flavor profiles.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the beverages industry include agricultural products such as grains, fruits, and vegetables, which serve as the primary raw materials. Additionally, the industry relies on water, yeast, and other fermentation agents, as well as packaging materials like bottles, cans, and labels. Specialized machinery, such as fermentation tanks, distillation columns, and bottling lines, are also essential inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the beverages industry include a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, such as 2203 Beer made from malt, 2204 Wine of fresh grapes, 2208 Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% vol; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages, and 2202 Waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavored. These products are then consumed by individuals, restaurants, and other 4722 Retail sale of beverages in specialized stores and 4711 Retail sale in non-specialized stores with food, beverages or tobacco predominating establishments.

Family tree for beverages, spirits and vinegar

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/22'>22: Beverages, spirits and vinegar</a>"]

    
    A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2201'>2201: Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow</a>"]
A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2202'>2202: Waters, including mineral and aerated waters, containing added sugar or sweetening matter, flavoured; other non-alcoholic beverages, not including fruit or vegetable juices of heading no. 2009</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2203'>2203: Beer made from malt</a>"]
A --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2204'>2204: Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading no. 2009</a>"]
A --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2205'>2205: Vermouth and other wine of fresh grapes, flavoured with plants or aromatic substances</a>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2206'>2206: Fermented beverages, n.e.c. in chapter 22; (e.g. cider, perry, mead, sake)</a>"]
A --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2207'>2207: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher; ethyl alcohol and other spirits, denatured, of any strength</a>"]
A --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2208'>2208: Ethyl alcohol, undenatured; of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80% volume; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages</a>"]
A --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/2209'>2209: Vinegar and substitutes for vinegar obtained from acetic acid</a>"]


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