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U.S. imports of vinegar and acetic acid substitutes for vinegar (HS 220900) totaled $15.9M in July 2026, traded with 47 countries.
Importers of Vinegar and Acetic Acid Substitutes for Vinegar paid $1.3M in duties in July 2026 — an effective duty rate of 8.8% on $15.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Vinegar and Acetic Acid Substitutes for Vinegar imports of $15.9M in July 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $14.2M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataItaly leads US imports under this heading, driven by balsamic vinegar of Modena and other wine vinegars that command premium positioning in the food service and retail sectors. The US schedule distinguishes organic vinegar and substitutes (2209000010) from all other types (2209000050), a split that has grown commercially significant as demand for certified organic products has increased. Acetic-acid-based substitutes for vinegar — synthetic products not derived from fermentation — are classified here alongside traditional fermented vinegars, though their labeling as 'vinegar' is restricted under FDA food standards. Spain, France, Canada, and Japan round out the top supplier countries, reflecting diverse vinegar styles from wine, apple cider, and rice fermentation traditions.
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984 shipments/mo
The product classifies under heading 220900, but 'Balsamic Vinegar of Modena' is a protected geographic indication in the EU. While the US does not provide the same level of GI protection, FDA food labeling standards apply, and importers should ensure the product meets FDA's standards of identity for vinegar (minimum 4 grams of acetic acid per 100 mL) and that label claims are truthful and not misleading. CBP may also scrutinize origin claims on GI-designated products.
Both are classified under heading 220900, but they differ in production method and FDA labeling treatment. Traditional vinegar is produced by acetic acid fermentation of alcoholic liquids (wine, cider, etc.). Acetic-acid-based substitutes are synthetically produced and, under FDA standards, generally cannot be labeled simply as 'vinegar' without qualification. Importers of synthetic substitutes should confirm FDA labeling compliance before entry to avoid detention.
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Subheading 1 of 1 in heading 2209
Subheading 220900 · $15.9M of $15.9M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2209000060 | Vinegar & Substitutesfrom Acetic Acid, NESOI | $11.9M | 8.20% | 95.78% | $972K |
| 2209000030 | Vinegar & Substitutes From Acetic Acid, Organic | $4.0M | 8.96% | 95.50% | $362K |
| 2209000000 | Vinegar & Substitutes for Vinegar From Acetic Acid | $0 | -- | -- | -- |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 2209000050 | Vinegar & Substitutes, From Acetic Acid, NESOI | $3.7M |
| 2209000010 | Vinegar & Substitutes, From Acetic Acid, Organic | $3.5M |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
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Imports
$15.9MYoY · Pro
Exports
$7.2MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
Imports · July 2026
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Italy and Spain together supply 76% of it.
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rate provision · imports
4.2% enters free of duty; the effective duty rate is 8.39%.