# HS code for vodka in the United States > Vodka imported into the United States is usually classified under HS code 2208.60 when it is vodka. It sits in heading 22.08, “Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 % vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages”. The tariff of the United States has 4 national lines under this code. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 2208.60 is free. Source: https://border.bot/countries/united-states/hs-codes/for/vodka Last updated: 11 October 2026 ## Key facts - Most likely code: [2208.60](https://border.bot/hs-codes/220860) - Chapter: [22: Beverages, spirits and vinegar](https://border.bot/hs-codes/22) - Candidate codes: 1 - HS edition: HS2022 - National lines: 4 - General duty (MFN): free ## Summary Vodka imported into the United States is usually classified under HS code 2208.60 when it is vodka. It sits in heading 22.08, “Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 % vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages”. The tariff of the United States has 4 national lines under this code. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 2208.60 is free. ## How to choose the right code Use 2208.60 when it is vodka. ## Codes for vodka Each code is listed with its legal text from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, quoted as published, and the condition under which it applies to vodka. ### [2208.60](https://border.bot/hs-codes/220860) (most likely) Legal text: “Vodka” Heading 22.08: “Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 % vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages” Applies when it is vodka. ## National lines in the United States The tariff of the United States splits this code into 4 national lines, listed with their published text and general duty. The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 2208.60 is free. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment. ### Under 2208.60 - 2208.60.10.00 “In containers each holding not over 4 liters > Valued not over $2.05/liter”. General duty (MFN): free - 2208.60.20.30 “In containers each holding not over 4 liters > Valued over $2.05/liter > Certified organic”. General duty (MFN): free - 2208.60.20.60 “In containers each holding not over 4 liters > Valued over $2.05/liter > Other”. General duty (MFN): free - 2208.60.50.00 “In containers each holding over 4 liters”. General duty (MFN): free ## Similar products Products in the same category as vodka, or classified under the same headings. - [Gin](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/gin): 2208.50 - [Whisky](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/whisky): 2208.30 - [Beer](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/beer): 2203.00 - [Chocolate](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/chocolate): 1806.32, 1806.31 - [Coffee](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/coffee): 0901.21, 0901.22 - [Honey](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/honey): 0409.00 - [Olive oil](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/olive-oil): 1509.20 - [Tea](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/tea): 0902.30, 0902.10 - [Wine](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/wine): 2204.21, 2204.10 ## Check your exact product Describe your product, or paste its page, and the classifier suggests the code in the tariff of the United States with its reasons. - [Classify your exact product](https://border.bot/tools/hs-code-classifier?product=bottle+of+vodka&destination=US) ## Classification depends on the exact product The right code depends on what the product is made of, how it is made and what it is for, so two products sold as vodka can fall under different codes. Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the HS code for vodka? Vodka imported into the United States is usually classified under HS code 2208.60 when it is vodka. It sits in heading 22.08, “Undenatured ethyl alcohol of an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 80 % vol.; spirits, liqueurs and other spirituous beverages”. ### What is the duty on vodka imported into the United States? The general (MFN) duty in the United States on the national lines under 2208.60 is free. Import VAT or sales tax is charged on top, and de minimis rules can change what is due; the landed cost calculator works it out for a shipment. ## Sources and updates The legal texts are from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026. The national lines are from the tariff release of the United States (2026HTSRev21), live on border.bot since 9 October 2026. The duty rates are from the live rates release, live on border.bot since 9 October 2026. The conditions and questions on this page were written for vodka by border.bot and checked against those legal texts; the page changes when a new release goes live or the topic is reviewed again. Official source files: - https://hts.usitc.gov/reststop/exportList?from=0000000000&to=9999999999&format=CSV&styles=false Machine-readable: https://border.bot/countries/united-states/hs-codes/for/vodka.json