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Brandy India Market Overview 2026

Sub Product
Apple Brandy, Apricot Flavored Brandy, Armagnac Brandy, Blackberry Flavored Brandy, +5
Derived Products
Rich Fruit Cake, Sauce Americaine, Fortified Wine
Raw Materials
Fresh Grape
HS Code
220820
Last Updated
2026-05-10
Key takeaways for search and sourcing teams
  • India Brandy market intelligence page includes 0 premium suppliers.
  • 5 sampled export transactions for India are summarized.
  • 72 export partner companies and 51 import partner companies are mapped for Brandy in India.
  • Wholesale sample entries: 0; farmgate sample entries: 0.
  • 5 export partner countries and 5 import partner countries are ranked.
  • Latest reference year in this page dataset is 2024.
  • Page data last updated on 2026-05-10.

Brandy Export Supplier Intelligence, Price Trends, and Trade Flows in India

72 export partner companies are tracked for Brandy in India. Use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to validate exporter coverage, partner quality, and route priorities.
Explore Brandy export intelligence in India, including 5 sampled supplier transactions, monthly unit-price ranges, and partner-country trade flow patterns for HS Code 220820.
Scatter points are sampled from 71.4% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Export Supplier Transaction Records for Brandy in India

5 sampled Brandy transactions in India include date, origin, and partner-country context to benchmark export prices and supplier trading patterns.
Brandy sampled transaction unit prices by date in India: 2026-01-29: 0.28 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 0.73 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 0.28 USD / kg, 2026-01-29: 0.28 USD / kg, 2026-01-08: 1.53 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporter 
2026-01-29OLD ******* **** ****** *** * *** ** ******* *** ***** ********* ******** ***0.28 USD / kg (India) (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
2026-01-29MOR***** **** ******* ****** **** ** *** * *** ** ******* *** ***** ********* ********* ***0.73 USD / kg (India) (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
2026-01-29OLD ******* **** ****** *** * *** ** ******* *** ***** ********* ******** ***0.28 USD / kg (India) (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
2026-01-29OLD ******* **** ****** *** * *** ** ******* *** ***** ********* ******** ***0.28 USD / kg (India) (Democratic Republic of the Congo)
2026-01-0860 **** ****** **** ** ***1.53 USD / kg (India) (Sri Lanka)

Annual Export Value, Volume, and Supplier Market Size for Brandy in India (HS Code 220820)

Analyze 3 years of Brandy export volume and value in India to evaluate supplier market growth, seasonality, and trade volatility.
YearVolumeValue
20242,421,61821,068,372 USD
20233,006,50819,686,213 USD
20222,577,82121,438,858 USD

Top Destination Markets for Brandy Exports from India (HS Code 220820) in 2024

For 2024, compare export volume and value across the top 5 destination countries for Brandy exports from India.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1Singapore708,61211,729,866.536 USD
2United Arab Emirates728,0504,870,906.77 USD
3Vietnam18,0001,127,377.719 USD
4Sri Lanka45,920633,673.52 USD
5Malaysia67,422533,270.225 USD

Brandy Import Buyer Intelligence and Price Signals in India: Buyers, Demand, and Trade Partners

51 import partner companies are tracked for Brandy in India. Exporters and importers can use Supply Chain Intelligence company profiles and analytics to analyze buyer demand, partner density, and downstream channels.
Scatter points are sampled from 100.0% of the full transaction dataset.

Sample Import Transaction and Price Records for Brandy in India

2 sampled Brandy import transactions in India provide date, origin, and trade-country context to benchmark price levels and demand-side trading patterns.
Brandy sampled import transaction unit prices by date in India: 2025-09-15: 21.69 USD / kg, 2025-09-09: 22.72 USD / kg.
DateReported ProductUnit PriceExporterImporterOrigin 
2025-09-15BRA*** ****** * *** ******** ************** ****** ****** * *** ******** **************21.69 USD / kg (-) (-)-
2025-09-09BRA*** ****** * *** ******** *** ********* ****** ****** * *** ******** *** *********22.72 USD / kg (-) (-)-

Annual Import Value, Volume, and Demand Size for Brandy in India (HS Code 220820)

Track 3 years of Brandy import volume and value in India to assess demand growth and market momentum.
YearVolumeValue
20241,507,65922,090,373 USD
20231,476,16219,604,989 USD
20221,840,99222,609,687 USD

Top Origin Supplier Countries Supplying Brandy to India (HS Code 220820) in 2024

For 2024, compare import volume and value across the top 5 origin supplier countries supplying Brandy to India.
RankCountryVolumeValue
1France1,296,35916,915,043.198 USD
2Poland37,5932,474,063.704 USD
3United Kingdom53,8571,673,972.712 USD
4Spain18,494254,683.532 USD
5Singapore5,783234,550.25 USD

Classification

Product TypeProcessed Food
Product FormSpirits (Bottled)
Industry PositionConsumer Packaged Beverage (Alcoholic Spirit)

Market

Brandy in India is a large domestic consumption spirits category with substantial local manufacturing under the Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) ecosystem, alongside a smaller imported premium segment. Market access and go-to-market strategy are heavily shaped by India’s state-level excise regimes, including licensing, label registration, route-to-market constraints, and state-specific taxes. Demand is split between value-segment retail sales through state-authorized channels and higher-end on-trade and travel retail for imported and premium offerings. Compliance readiness across customs, labeling, and state excise requirements is typically the primary gating factor for successful trade into India.
Market RoleDomestic consumer market with significant domestic production; imports supplement the premium segment
Domestic RoleMainstream spirits category within the IMFL market; widely sold via state-authorized retail and on-trade channels
Market Growth

Specification

Physical Attributes
  • Amber to golden-brown color typical of aged brandy styles; clarity and absence of haze are common trade expectations
  • Glass bottle integrity and tamper-evident closure are key acceptance points for distribution and retail
Compositional Metrics
  • Alcohol strength and declared category/descriptor must align with label claims and applicable Indian regulations
  • Additives (e.g., color) must align with permitted use conditions where applicable
Grades
  • Age or style descriptors (e.g., VS/VSOP-style terms) may be used in premium segments where compliant with local labeling and substantiation expectations
Packaging
  • Glass bottles in corrugated cases; packaging must support breakage prevention through multimodal handling
  • Labels typically require importer/packer details and must meet Indian labeling requirements; additional state excise label rules may apply

Supply Chain

Value Chain
  • Distillery/brand owner → export documentation → ocean freight → Indian port customs clearance → (as applicable) food authority clearance and/or sampling → bonded warehousing → state excise label registration/permissions → wholesaler/distributor → retail/on-trade
Temperature
  • Ambient shipment is typical; protect from extreme heat and direct sunlight to reduce label damage and quality complaints
Shelf Life
  • Unopened bottled spirits are generally stable under proper storage; post-opening quality depends on closure integrity and storage conditions
Freight IntensityMedium
Transport ModeSea

Risks

Regulatory Compliance HighIndia’s state-by-state excise regime (including licensing, label registration, distribution permissions, and state-specific taxes) can block or materially delay market entry even when customs clearance is achievable.Select a licensed importer with proven state excise execution; build a state-wise compliance matrix (labels, registrations, channel rules) before shipment and sequence launches by regulatory readiness.
Food Safety HighIllicit and adulterated alcohol risk in the broader market can trigger heightened enforcement actions and reputational spillover; any quality incident (e.g., contamination) can lead to severe regulatory and brand consequences.Use tamper-evident packaging, robust supply chain controls, and retain traceable COAs; ensure importer-led market surveillance and rapid response procedures.
Policy Volatility MediumSudden changes in excise duty structures, state tender/retail policies, or import-related procedures can affect pricing, channel access, and demand planning.Maintain scenario-based pricing and inventory plans; diversify state exposure and keep contracts flexible for tax/pass-through adjustments.
Logistics MediumGlass breakage risk, bonded warehousing dwell time, and administrative delays can increase landed cost and reduce service levels for imported brandy.Specify export-grade packaging, use experienced freight forwarders and bonded warehouse operators, and align shipment timing with state registration windows.
Sustainability
  • Water stewardship and wastewater/effluent management in distilling operations
  • Glass packaging footprint and breakage-related waste in distribution
Labor & Social
  • High regulatory scrutiny and reputational sensitivity around harmful alcohol use and responsible marketing
  • Illicit alcohol incidents (including methanol-related poisoning events) create heightened enforcement and reputational risk for the category
Standards
  • HACCP
  • ISO 22000
  • FSSC 22000

FAQ

Why is selling imported brandy in India often more complex than in a single national market?Because alcohol distribution is heavily governed by state excise rules in India. Beyond customs clearance, brands often need state-specific licensing and label registration before product can legally be distributed and sold in each targeted state.
What are common documentation items needed to clear imported brandy into India?Common baseline documents include a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and often a certificate of origin. Import clearance and downstream distribution may also require compliant label artwork, importer registrations, and sometimes a certificate of analysis depending on authority requirements and buyer controls.
What is a key practical risk for brand owners once product is in-market?Illicit and adulterated alcohol in the broader market increases reputational and enforcement sensitivity for the category. Brand owners typically mitigate this with tamper-evident packaging, strong authorized-channel control, and batch-level traceability to support investigations and recalls if needed.

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