Non-alcoholic beverages; non-alcoholic beer

HS code 220291 covers a diverse range of non-alcoholic beverages, including non-alcoholic beer. This industry plays a vital role in the global food and beverage sector, catering to the growing consumer demand for healthier, low-calorie alternatives to traditional alcoholic drinks. As consumers become more health-conscious, the non-alcoholic beverage industry has experienced significant growth, contributing to the overall economy through employment, trade, and innovation.

The production of non-alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beer typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as water, sweeteners, and flavorings, are carefully selected and measured. The mixture is then heated, fermented, and filtered to remove any residual alcohol content. In the case of non-alcoholic beer, the brewing process is similar to that of regular beer, but the alcohol is removed through various techniques, such as vacuum distillation or reverse osmosis.

The main inputs required for the production of non-alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic beer include water, sweeteners (such as sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, or artificial sweeteners), flavorings (e.g., fruit juices, herbs, and spices), and specialized equipment like fermentation tanks, filtration systems, and bottling/canning machinery. Depending on the specific product, additional ingredients like carbon dioxide, preservatives, and stabilizers may also be used.

The primary outputs of HS code 220291 are a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages, including carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, sports drinks, and non-alcoholic beer. These products are often consumed as alternatives to alcoholic beverages or as part of a healthy lifestyle. The outputs of this industry may be used as inputs for other related industries, such as 220210 Beverage, non-alcoholic, containing milk, milk solids or cream and 220290 Beverage, non-alcoholic, n.e.c. in heading no. 2202.