What is the exact definition of grape must?

Grape must is the freshly pressed juice of grapes, including skins, seeds, and stems, before fermentation. It is classified under HS code 220430 as a distinct product.

How should grape must be stored to maintain quality?

Grape must should be kept refrigerated at temperatures around 0‑4 °C and protected from light and oxygen. Cold storage helps preserve its natural sugars and prevents premature fermentation.

Can grape must be processed further before use in winemaking?

Yes, grape must can be pasteurized or concentrated to extend shelf life, but it must remain unfermented until the winemaker initiates fermentation.

Grape Must

Grape must is the freshly pressed juice of grapes that has not been fermented. It is classified as a distinct commodity separate from wine and other grape products.

Prices, specifications and international trade for grape must under HS 220430.

Grape Must Price

$2,670USD/t

Published reference · Jul 1, 2026

Grape Must Historical Unit Values

Grape must is quoted in USD/t at ESP. Historical customs values may differ from the headline reference.

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Grape Must Exports and Imports

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Spain led reported grape must exports in 2025, at $84.6M.

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Grape Must Facts and HS Code

Grape must belongs to beverage alcohol and other within produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients. Its customs classification covers HS 220430.

Grape Must HS Code

Product type	Intermediate
Category	Beverage alcohol and other — Produce, nuts, spices and food ingredients
HS codes	220430
Quoted in	USD/t
Reference location	ESP

Uses & Risks

Grape must uses, related products and documented risks.

Sourcing risks

Risk	Category	Severity	Mitigation
Microbial spoilage Food safetyHigh Because grape must is partially fermented and may contain alcohol above 0.5% vol., inadequate temperature control or sanitation can allow spoilage organisms to proliferate, compromising product quality and safety.	Food safety	High	Maintain cold chain storage (≤ 4 °C), use sanitary processing equipment, and monitor microbial loads throughout production and transport.
Regulatory compliance PolicyMedium Grape must is subject to complex regulations including certification, labeling of alcohol content and allergens, and geographical indication protections, which can delay market entry or result in penalties if not met.	Policy	Medium	Implement a compliance program that tracks relevant national and international standards and secures required certifications before shipment.

Grape Must Questions

What is the exact definition of grape must?: Grape must is the freshly pressed juice of grapes, including skins, seeds, and stems, before fermentation. It is classified under HS code 220430 as a distinct product.
How should grape must be stored to maintain quality?: Grape must should be kept refrigerated at temperatures around 0‑4 °C and protected from light and oxygen. Cold storage helps preserve its natural sugars and prevents premature fermentation.
Can grape must be processed further before use in winemaking?: Yes, grape must can be pasteurized or concentrated to extend shelf life, but it must remain unfermented until the winemaker initiates fermentation.