HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0901.12 – Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted
HS code 0901.12 is the 6-digit subheading for coffee, decaffeinated, not roasted. It is used for decaffeinated green Arabica beans, swiss Water Process decaf green coffee, CO2 process decaf Robusta, methylene chloride decaf green coffee and ethyl acetate decaf green coffee.
What HS 0901.12 covers
This HS code covers green coffee beans that have undergone a decaffeination process but have not yet been roasted. This segment of the coffee market caters to consumers seeking the flavor of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine. The decaffeination process, which can involve water, chemical solvents, or CO2, typically occurs in specialized facilities, often in the country of origin or in major processing hubs before export. Importers are primarily coffee roasting companies in developed nations like the United States, Germany, and France, who then roast and package the decaffeinated beans for retail. Exporters include coffee-producing countries with decaffeination capabilities or countries that specialize in processing green coffee, such as Colombia, Brazil, and Switzerland (which processes beans from various origins). Trade considerations include the specific decaffeination method used, residual solvent levels (if applicable), quality grading, and adherence to food safety regulations, as well as the premium often associated with decaffeinated products.
- Covers
- Decaffeinated green Arabica beans
- Swiss Water Process decaf green coffee
- CO2 process decaf Robusta
- Methylene chloride decaf green coffee
- Ethyl acetate decaf green coffee
- Unroasted decaf espresso blend
- Organic decaf green coffee
- Examples
- Swiss Water Process Decaf Green Coffee
- Mountain Water Process Decaf Green Coffee
- various unroasted decaf beans from specialty coffee suppliers
Codes often confused with 0901.12
Common mistake. This code is differentiated from 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated) by the decaffeination process, and from 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated) by being unroasted. The key is the combination of "decaffeinated" and "not roasted."
Top exporters and importers of HS code 090112, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 090112 in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 42% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.0B 57% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$246M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Canada $176M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $625M 42% of world imports
- 2 Spain $216M 14% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $115M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $1.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for 0901.12
Brazil does not split HS 0901.12: its NCM code is 0901.12.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 09.01 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0901.12
What is HS code 090112?
HS code 090112 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted. This HS code covers green coffee beans that have undergone a decaffeination process but have not yet been roasted. This segment of the coffee market caters to consumers seeking the flavor of coffee without the stimulating effects of caffeine. The decaffeination process, which can involve water, chemical solvents, or CO2, typically occurs in specialized facilities, often in the country of origin or in major processing hubs before export. Importers are primarily coffee roasting companies in developed nations like the United States, Germany, and France, who then roast and package the decaffeinated beans for retail. Exporters include coffee-producing countries with decaffeination capabilities or countries that specialize in processing green coffee, such as Colombia, Brazil, and Switzerland (which processes beans from various origins). Trade considerations include the specific decaffeination method used, residual solvent levels (if applicable), quality grading, and adherence to food safety regulations, as well as the premium often associated with decaffeinated products.
What products fall under HS code 090112?
Decaffeinated green Arabica beans, Swiss Water Process decaf green coffee, CO2 process decaf Robusta, Methylene chloride decaf green coffee, Ethyl acetate decaf green coffee, Unroasted decaf espresso blend, Organic decaf green coffee
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090112?
This code is differentiated from 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated) by the decaffeination process, and from 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated) by being unroasted. The key is the combination of "decaffeinated" and "not roasted."
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 090112?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 090112 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.0B, 57% of world exports), Vietnam (about $246M) and Canada ($176M). World exports came to about $1.8B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 090112?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 090112 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($625M, 42% of world imports), Spain ($216M) and Switzerland ($115M). World imports came to about $1.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 090112 structured?
HS code 090112 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 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 090112?
In Brazil, HS code 090112 is NCM 0901.12.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.