HS-6 · Subheading
090190
Coffee; husks and skins, coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion
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-6 090190 when importing or exporting coffee substitutes that contain coffee in any proportion. This includes products like instant coffee mixes or coffee-flavored beverages. For example, a shipment of a coffee-flavored energy drink would fall under this code.
This code specifically applies to coffee substitutes, which can include not only instant coffee but also products that blend coffee with other ingredients. In contrast, HS-6 090111 covers unroasted coffee beans, while HS-6 090121 is for roasted coffee beans, which do not contain any substitutes.
When classifying products, consider whether the item is primarily a coffee substitute or a pure coffee product. If a product is marketed as a coffee alternative, it likely falls under HS-6 090190. On the other hand, if it consists solely of roasted or unroasted coffee, you would use the respective HS-6 codes for those categories.
Keywords & topics
Short phrases that describe this HS-6 subheading when you're searching or filtering schedules.
coffee substitutes · instant coffee mixes · coffee-flavored beverages · coffee husks · coffee blends · ready-to-drink coffee · coffee syrups · coffee alternative products · coffee-flavored energy drinks · herbal coffee blends · chicory coffee substitutes · coffee-flavored desserts · coffee powder classification · importing coffee products · exporting coffee substitutes
Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-6 subheading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Instant coffee powder mixed with flavoring agents
- Coffee-flavored soft drinks or energy drinks
- Coffee substitutes made from chicory and coffee
- Coffee blends containing additional spices or flavors
- Ready-to-drink coffee beverages with added ingredients
- Coffee-flavored syrups for use in desserts or drinks
- Coffee substitute powders made from grains or nuts
- Coffee husks used in herbal blends or teas
Common questions
How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.
- What is HS code 090190 used for?
- How to classify coffee substitutes?
- Does my coffee product need HS-6 090190?
- What are examples of coffee substitutes under HS-6 090190?
- Is instant coffee classified under HS-6 090190?
- What products fall under HS-6 090190?
- How to determine if a product is a coffee substitute?
- Can I use HS-6 090190 for flavored coffee drinks?
Related topics
Longer phrases that come up when you're comparing codes or talking to a broker.
- How to classify coffee substitutes containing coffee
- Examples of products under HS-6 090190 code
- Differences between coffee and coffee substitutes in HS codes
- What types of coffee products use HS-6 090190?
- Guidelines for importing coffee substitutes
- Understanding the classification of coffee-flavored beverages
- Do coffee husks fall under HS-6 090190?
- How to differentiate between coffee and coffee substitutes for customs
Questions & answers
For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.
- What types of products are classified under HS-6 090190?
- HS-6 090190 includes coffee substitutes containing coffee, such as instant coffee mixes, coffee-flavored drinks, and coffee blends with other ingredients.
- Can I use HS-6 090190 for instant coffee?
- Yes, instant coffee that contains any proportion of coffee can be classified under HS-6 090190.
- How do I know if my product is a coffee substitute?
- If your product is marketed as an alternative to coffee or contains coffee mixed with other ingredients, it likely falls under HS-6 090190.
- Are coffee husks included in HS-6 090190?
- Yes, coffee husks used in blends or as substitutes can be classified under HS-6 090190.
- What is the difference between HS-6 090190 and HS-6 090111?
- HS-6 090190 covers coffee substitutes and blends, while HS-6 090111 is specifically for unroasted coffee beans.
- Is flavored coffee classified under HS-6 090190?
- Flavored coffee products that contain coffee and additional flavorings can be classified under HS-6 090190.
- Do I need to provide specific documentation for HS-6 090190?
- Yes, you may need to provide product descriptions and ingredient lists to support your classification under HS-6 090190.
- Can I use HS-6 090190 for coffee-flavored syrups?
- Yes, coffee-flavored syrups that contain coffee can be classified under HS-6 090190.
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