About HS Code 090111
This HS code specifically identifies green coffee beans that have not undergone the roasting process and are naturally caffeinated. This is the raw commodity form of coffee, representing the vast majority of international coffee trade by volume. It is primarily imported by countries with significant coffee roasting and processing industries, such as the United States, Germany, Italy, and Japan, where it is transformed into the final consumer product. Exporters are almost exclusively coffee-producing nations located in the "coffee belt," including Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, and Ethiopia. Key considerations in trading green coffee include quality grading (e.g., Arabica vs. Robusta, bean size, defect count), origin traceability, sustainability certifications (e.g., Fair Trade, Organic, Rainforest Alliance), and price volatility on global commodity markets. Logistics involve bulk shipping, often in jute bags or specialized containers, with careful attention to moisture content and storage conditions to prevent spoilage.
Products Under This Code
Unroasted Arabica coffee beans, Green Robusta coffee beans, Raw Colombian Supremo coffee, Ethiopian Yirgacheffe green beans, Brazilian Santos green coffee, Vietnamese Robusta unroasted, Kona green coffee beans
Real World Examples
Starbucks Green Coffee (before roasting), Peet's Coffee Green Beans, Lavazza Green Coffee, Illy Green Coffee
Common Misclassification
This code is distinct from 090112 (decaffeinated, not roasted) by its caffeinated nature, and from 090121 (roasted, not decaffeinated) by being unroasted. The "not roasted" and "not decaffeinated" aspects are critical for correct classification.
Products Classified Under 0901.11
Industry
This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.
Trade Overview
Top importers include the United States, Germany, and Italy, while major exporters are Brazil, Vietnam, and Colombia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 090111?
HS code 090111 covers: Coffee; not roasted or decaffeinated. This HS code specifically identifies green coffee beans that have not undergone the roasting process and are naturally caffeinated. This is the raw commodity form of coffee, representing the vast majority of international coffee trade by volume. It is primarily imported by countries with significant coffee roasting and processing industries, such as the United States, Germany, Italy, and Japan, where it is transformed into the final consumer product. Exporters are almost exclusively coffee-producing nations located in the "coffee belt," including Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, and Ethiopia. Key considerations in trading green coffee include quality grading (e.g., Arabica vs. Robusta, bean size, defect count), origin traceability, sustainability certifications (e.g., Fair Trade, Organic, Rainforest Alliance), and price volatility on global commodity markets. Logistics involve bulk shipping, often in jute bags or specialized containers, with careful attention to moisture content and storage conditions to prevent spoilage.
What products fall under HS code 090111?
Unroasted Arabica coffee beans, Green Robusta coffee beans, Raw Colombian Supremo coffee, Ethiopian Yirgacheffe green beans, Brazilian Santos green coffee, Vietnamese Robusta unroasted, Kona green coffee beans
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090111?
This code is distinct from 090112 (decaffeinated, not roasted) by its caffeinated nature, and from 090121 (roasted, not decaffeinated) by being unroasted. The "not roasted" and "not decaffeinated" aspects are critical for correct classification.
How is HS code 090111 structured?
HS code 090111 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (09) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (11) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.