What is HS-4 2201 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
2201 — Waters, including natural or artificial mineral waters and aerated waters, not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter nor flavoured; ice and snow
Chapter 22: Beverages, spirits and vinegar
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 2201 when importing or exporting waters, including natural mineral waters and aerated waters, that do not have added sugar or flavoring. For example, if you are shipping a bulk container of sparkling mineral water, this heading applies.
When deciding between the HS-6 lines, note that 220110 covers mineral and aerated waters, while 220190 is for other types of waters, including ice and snow. If your product is sparkling water sourced from a mineral spring, use 220110. If it's plain water or ice, choose 220190.
The distinction between these lines is crucial for compliance. If your product is flavored or sweetened, it falls outside this heading entirely. Ensure your product meets the criteria of being unflavored and unsweetened to qualify under HS-4 2201.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
HS-4 2201 classification · mineral water import · aerated water export · non-flavored waters · natural mineral waters · bulk water shipping · ice and snow HS code · water product compliance · HS-6 220110 · HS-6 220190
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Natural mineral water in bottles
- Sparkling water with carbonation
- Plain bottled spring water
- Ice cubes made from purified water
- Aerated water without additives
- Snow for food processing
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify mineral water for import?
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What are the HS codes for bottled water?
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Is flavored water covered under HS-4 2201?
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What is the difference between HS-6 220110 and 220190?
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Can I use HS-4 2201 for ice shipments?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify aerated waters for customs
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requirements for importing mineral water
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difference between mineral and plain water HS codes
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shipping ice and snow under HS-4 2201
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compliance for non-flavored bottled water
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bulk shipping of natural mineral waters
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classification of waters without additives
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import regulations for bottled spring water
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Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of waters are included under HS-4 2201?
- HS-4 2201 includes natural mineral waters, aerated waters, and other waters that do not contain added sugar or flavoring.
- How do I determine if my product falls under HS-6 220110 or 220190?
- Use HS-6 220110 for mineral and aerated waters, and HS-6 220190 for other types of waters, including ice and snow.
- Are flavored waters classified under HS-4 2201?
- No, flavored waters do not qualify under HS-4 2201 as they contain additives.
- What is the significance of the HS codes for my shipments?
- The correct HS codes ensure compliance with customs regulations and help avoid delays or penalties during import/export.
- Can I use HS-4 2201 for shipping ice?
- Yes, ice made from purified water can be classified under HS-6 220190, which includes ice and snow.
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