HS-4 · Heading
0901 — Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion
Chapter 09: Coffee, tea, mate and spices
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 0901 when importing coffee products, whether roasted or unroasted. For example, if you're bringing in green coffee beans for roasting, this heading applies. It also covers decaffeinated coffee and coffee substitutes that contain coffee in any proportion.
When deciding between HS-6 090111 and HS-6 090112, consider whether the coffee is roasted or decaffeinated. If you have unroasted beans, use 090111; for decaffeinated unroasted coffee, choose 090112. This distinction is crucial for compliance and tariff classification.
For roasted coffee, you’ll need to differentiate between HS-6 090121 for regular roasted coffee and HS-6 090122 for decaffeinated roasted coffee. Ensure you know the processing method of your product to select the correct subheading and avoid potential customs issues.
Keywords & topics
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coffee import codes · HS-4 0901 · decaffeinated coffee classification · roasted coffee tariff · coffee substitutes HS code · coffee husks and skins · green coffee beans import · coffee product classification · customs coffee import · coffee trade regulations
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Green coffee beans (unroasted) - **HS-6 090111**
- Decaffeinated green coffee beans - **HS-6 090112**
- Roasted coffee beans (regular) - **HS-6 090121**
- Roasted decaffeinated coffee - **HS-6 090122**
- Coffee husks and skins - **HS-6 090190**
- Coffee substitutes containing coffee - **HS-6 090190**
Common questions
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- What is the HS code for unroasted coffee?
- How to classify decaffeinated coffee for import?
- What are the differences between HS-6 codes for coffee?
- How to import roasted coffee beans?
- What is the tariff for coffee husks?
- Are coffee substitutes subject to different HS codes?
Related topics
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- how to classify coffee for customs
- importing roasted versus unroasted coffee
- decaffeinated coffee import regulations
- coffee substitutes containing coffee classification
- understanding coffee HS codes
- coffee husks and skins import guidelines
- choosing the right HS code for coffee
- coffee import compliance tips
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What is the difference between HS-6 090111 and HS-6 090112?
- HS-6 090111 covers unroasted coffee, while HS-6 090112 is for decaffeinated unroasted coffee. Choose based on whether the coffee has been decaffeinated.
- How do I classify roasted coffee?
- Use HS-6 090121 for roasted coffee that is not decaffeinated, and HS-6 090122 for roasted decaffeinated coffee.
- What should I do if I import coffee substitutes?
- If your product contains coffee in any proportion, classify it under HS-6 090190, which includes coffee substitutes and coffee husks.
- Are there specific tariffs for coffee imports?
- Tariffs can vary based on the specific HS code and the country of origin. Check with your customs broker for accurate tariff rates.
- Can I import coffee beans without a license?
- Importing coffee beans usually requires compliance with local regulations. Check with your country's import authority for specific licensing requirements.
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