# Customs tariff code 2204.22.94.91.0: Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 %…

> Customs tariff code 2204.22.94.91.0 covers Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 % vol, andere :, mit einem vorhandenen Alkoholgehalt von mehr als 18 % vol bis 22 % vol. The third-country duty rate is 20.900 EUR HLT, plus import VAT.

- Source: https://www.zolltarif-finder.de/en/customs-code/22042294910
- Reference data as at: 2026-07-01
- Customs code: 2204.22.94.91.0
- Third-country duty: 20.900 EUR HLT
- Declarable: yes

## Where this code sits in the tariff

- 22 BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR
  - 2204 Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading 2009
    - 2204.22 In containers holding more than 2 litres but not more than 10 litres
      - 2204.22.94 Other
        - 2204.22.94.91 Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 % vol
          - 2204.22.94.91.0 Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 % vol, andere :, mit einem vorhandenen Alkoholgehalt von mehr als 18 % vol bis 22 % vol

## Duty rates and preferences

| Origin | Rate | Basis |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Third-country duty | 20.900 EUR HLT | MFN |
| United Kingdom | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Russian Federation | 50 % | Additional duties |
| Belarus | 50 % | Additional duties |
| Korea, Republic of (South Korea) | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Egypt | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| San Marino | 0 % | Customs Union Duty |
| Japan | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Chile | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| New Zealand | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Viet Nam | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Singapore | 0 % | Tariff preference |
| Israel | 0 % | Preferential tariff quota |

## Notes that govern this classification

### Pos. 2204

Zu Unterpositionen 2204 22 22 bis 2204 22 98 Siehe die Zusätzlichen Anmerkungen 4 und 5 zu Kapitel 22. Zu den nicht flüchtigen Stoffen, deren Summe den Gesamttrockenstoff im Sinne der Zusätzlichen Anmerkung 4 A zu Kapitel 22 bildet, gehören z. B. Zucker, Glycerin, Gerbstoffe, Weinsäure, Farbstoffe und Salze.

### Pos. 2204

Nationale Entscheidungen und Hinweise (NEH) Der Gesamttrockenstoff, der Alkoholgehalt und der Gehalt an flüchtiger Säure (berechnet als Essigsäure) sind nach den im Anhang zur Verordnung (EWG) Nr. 2676/90 der Kommission vom 17. September 1990 (ABl. Nr. L 272/1) festgesetzten Analysemethoden zu ermitteln. Zu dieser Position gehört auch geharzter Wein (Retsina-Wein).

### Abschnitt IV

1. In diesem Abschnitt gelten als „Pellets“ Erzeugnisse, die entweder unmittelbar durch Pressen oder durch Zusatz eines Bindemittels in einer Menge von 3 GHT oder weniger zu Zylindern, Kügelchen usw. agglomeriert worden sind (RV C0401000).

## Frequently asked questions

### What does customs tariff code 2204.22.94.91.0 cover?

Code 2204.22.94.91.0 covers Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 % vol, andere :, mit einem vorhandenen Alkoholgehalt von mehr als 18 % vol bis 22 % vol. Classification turns on the material, function, and intended use of the goods, not on their trade name.

### What is the duty rate for 2204.22.94.91.0?

The third-country duty rate for 2204.22.94.91.0 is 20.900 EUR HLT. Goods originating in a country with a preferential agreement may qualify for a lower rate against valid proof of origin.

### What is the HS code for 2204.22.94.91.0?

The first six digits form the HS code: 220422. Those are uniform worldwide, while the further digits carry the EU Combined Nomenclature and the national subdivision.

### How many digits does 2204.22.94.91.0 have?

2204.22.94.91.0 has eleven digits and is the full German commodity code used on an import declaration. A German import declaration requires the eleven-digit commodity code.

### Where does 2204.22.94.91.0 sit in the tariff?

2204.22.94.91.0 sits in this hierarchy: 22 BEVERAGES, SPIRITS AND VINEGAR > 2204 Wine of fresh grapes, including fortified wines; grape must other than that of heading 2009 > 220422 In containers holding more than 2 litres but not more than 10 litres > 22042294 Other > 2204229491 Of an actual alcoholic strength by volume exceeding 18 % vol but not exceeding 22 % vol. The parent headings and their notes help decide whether the classification holds.

### Is there binding tariff information for 2204.22.94.91.0?

The EBTI database currently holds no valid decisions on 2204.22.94.91.0. Comparable cases are found through the parent heading instead.

### What happens if the customs tariff code is wrong?

An incorrect code leads to post-clearance recovery of duty and import VAT, delays at clearance, and a penalty where it repeats. A classification with documented reasoning can be defended in an audit.

### Does customs tariff code 2204.22.94.91.0 change?

2204.22.94.91.0 is currently valid. The Combined Nomenclature is amended every 1 January, so master data should be checked against the current tariff annually.

Published by TC21 Ventures GmbH, Berlin. Derived from the Combined Nomenclature, TARIC, and the EBTI database. When citing, please link https://www.zolltarif-finder.de/en/customs-code/22042294910.