HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0901.21 – Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated
HS code 0901.21 is the 6-digit subheading for coffee, roasted, not decaffeinated. It is used for whole bean Arabica coffee, ground Robusta coffee, espresso roast coffee, light roast coffee and dark roast coffee.
What HS 0901.21 covers
This HS code covers roasted coffee beans that retain their natural caffeine content, representing the most common form of coffee consumed globally. This category includes whole bean and ground coffee, ready for brewing. Trade in roasted coffee involves a more complex value chain than green coffee, as it includes the roasting process, which adds significant value and requires specialized equipment and expertise. Major importers are countries with high coffee consumption but limited domestic roasting capacity or those seeking specific blends and brands, such as the United States, Canada, and various European nations. Exporters include both coffee-producing countries that have developed roasting industries (e.g., Brazil, Colombia) and non-producing countries with strong coffee brands and processing capabilities (e.g., Italy, Germany). Key trade considerations include packaging (vacuum-sealed bags, cans), shelf life, brand recognition, marketing, and compliance with food labeling and safety regulations, which are often stricter for finished consumer products.
- Covers
- Whole bean Arabica coffee
- Ground Robusta coffee
- Espresso roast coffee
- Light roast coffee
- Dark roast coffee
- Medium roast coffee
- Single origin roasted coffee
- Blended roasted coffee
- Examples
- Starbucks Pike Place Roast
- Lavazza Super Crema
- Peet's Major Dickason's Blend
- Illy Classico
- Folgers Classic Roast
Codes often confused with 0901.21
Common mistake. This code is distinct from 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated) because it has been roasted, and from 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated) because it is not decaffeinated. The combination of "roasted" and "not decaffeinated" is the defining characteristic.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 090121, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 090121 in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 21% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 14% 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 Switzerland $3.9B 21% of world exports
- 2 Italy $3.4B 18% of world exports
- 3 Germany $3.0B 16% of world exports
World total: $19.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $2.6B 14% of world imports
- 2 United States $2.2B 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $1.2B 6.6% of world imports
World total: $19.0B 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 that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. 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 0901.21
Brazil does not split HS 0901.21: its NCM code is 0901.21.00.
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 0901.21
What is HS code 090121?
HS code 090121 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated. This HS code covers roasted coffee beans that retain their natural caffeine content, representing the most common form of coffee consumed globally. This category includes whole bean and ground coffee, ready for brewing. Trade in roasted coffee involves a more complex value chain than green coffee, as it includes the roasting process, which adds significant value and requires specialized equipment and expertise. Major importers are countries with high coffee consumption but limited domestic roasting capacity or those seeking specific blends and brands, such as the United States, Canada, and various European nations. Exporters include both coffee-producing countries that have developed roasting industries (e.g., Brazil, Colombia) and non-producing countries with strong coffee brands and processing capabilities (e.g., Italy, Germany). Key trade considerations include packaging (vacuum-sealed bags, cans), shelf life, brand recognition, marketing, and compliance with food labeling and safety regulations, which are often stricter for finished consumer products.
What products fall under HS code 090121?
Whole bean Arabica coffee, Ground Robusta coffee, Espresso roast coffee, Light roast coffee, Dark roast coffee, Medium roast coffee, Single origin roasted coffee, Blended roasted coffee
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090121?
This code is distinct from 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated) because it has been roasted, and from 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated) because it is not decaffeinated. The combination of "roasted" and "not decaffeinated" is the defining characteristic.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 090121?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 090121 in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($3.9B, 21% of world exports), Italy ($3.4B) and Germany ($3.0B). World exports came to about $19.1B, 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 090121?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 090121 in UN Comtrade data were France ($2.6B, 14% of world imports), the United States ($2.2B) and Germany ($1.2B). World imports came to about $19.0B, 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 090121 structured?
HS code 090121 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 (21) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 090121?
In Brazil, HS code 090121 is NCM 0901.21.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.