HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 0902.30 – Tea, black; (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg
HS code 0902.30 is the 6-digit subheading for tea, black, (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg. It is used for loose leaf black tea (under 3kg), black tea bags (under 3kg), flavored black tea (under 3kg), organic black tea (under 3kg) and darjeeling black tea (under 3kg).
What HS 0902.30 covers
This HS code specifically covers black tea and partly fermented tea, provided they are in immediate packings with a net content not exceeding 3kg, targeting the retail consumer market. This segment is a significant component of the global beverage trade, driven by consumer demand for convenience and variety. Major tea-producing nations such as India, Sri Lanka, Kenya, and China are prominent exporters, leveraging their agricultural strengths and established tea industries. Conversely, developed economies across Europe, North America, and the Middle East represent the primary importing markets, where tea consumption is deeply ingrained in cultural practices. International trade in these packaged teas often involves large multinational food and beverage corporations, as well as specialized tea distributors who manage complex supply chains. Key considerations in this trade include stringent quality control, adherence to food safety standards, brand recognition, and increasingly, ethical sourcing and sustainability certifications. The market is continually shaped by evolving consumer preferences for specialty blends, organic options, and innovative packaging, making origin and processing methods vital marketing differentiators. Global supply and pricing are sensitive to climatic conditions in producing regions, making it a highly dynamic and competitive commodity.
- Covers
- Loose leaf black tea (under 3kg)
- Black tea bags (under 3kg)
- Flavored black tea (under 3kg)
- Organic black tea (under 3kg)
- Darjeeling black tea (under 3kg)
- Assam black tea (under 3kg)
- Ceylon black tea (under 3kg)
- Examples
- Lipton Yellow Label Tea Bags
- Twinings English Breakfast Tea
- Ahmad Tea Ceylon Tea
- Tetley Black Tea
- Dilmah Premium Ceylon Tea
Codes often confused with 0902.30
Common mistake. This code is often confused with 090240 (black tea, exceeding 3kg) or 090210 (green tea), as the key differentiator is the fermentation level and package size.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 090230, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 090230 in UN Comtrade data was Sri Lanka, with 35% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 7.9% of world imports. The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 6.3% of its exports here ($13M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Sri Lanka $726M 35% of world exports
- 2 Poland $197M 9.5% of world exports
- 3 United Arab Emirates* ~$189M 9.1% of world exports · partner records ↗
The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 6.3% of its exports here ($13M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
World total: $2.1B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $163M 7.9% of world imports
- 2 Iraq* ~$147M 7.1% of world imports · partner records ↗
- 3 Saudi Arabia $128M 6.2% of world imports
World total: $2.1B 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 0902.30
Brazil does not split HS 0902.30: its NCM code is 0902.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 09.02 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 0902.30
What is HS code 090230?
HS code 090230 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Tea, black; (fermented) and partly fermented tea, in immediate packings of a content not exceeding 3kg. This HS code specifically covers black tea and partly fermented tea, provided they are in immediate packings with a net content not exceeding 3kg, targeting the retail consumer market. This segment is a significant component of the global beverage trade, driven by consumer demand for convenience and variety. Major tea-producing nations such as India, Sri Lanka, Kenya, and China are prominent exporters, leveraging their agricultural strengths and established tea industries. Conversely, developed economies across Europe, North America, and the Middle East represent the primary importing markets, where tea consumption is deeply ingrained in cultural practices. International trade in these packaged teas often involves large multinational food and beverage corporations, as well as specialized tea distributors who manage complex supply chains. Key considerations in this trade include stringent quality control, adherence to food safety standards, brand recognition, and increasingly, ethical sourcing and sustainability certifications. The market is continually shaped by evolving consumer preferences for specialty blends, organic options, and innovative packaging, making origin and processing methods vital marketing differentiators. Global supply and pricing are sensitive to climatic conditions in producing regions, making it a highly dynamic and competitive commodity.
What products fall under HS code 090230?
Loose leaf black tea (under 3kg), black tea bags (under 3kg), flavored black tea (under 3kg), organic black tea (under 3kg), Darjeeling black tea (under 3kg), Assam black tea (under 3kg), Ceylon black tea (under 3kg)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 090230?
This code is often confused with 090240 (black tea, exceeding 3kg) or 090210 (green tea), as the key differentiator is the fermentation level and package size.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 090230?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 090230 in UN Comtrade data were Sri Lanka ($726M, 35% of world exports), Poland ($197M) and the United Arab Emirates (about $189M). World exports came to about $2.1B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). The United Arab Emirates did not report 2025 data, and its estimate from partner records misses its trade with other countries that did not report: in 2024 that was 6.3% of its exports here ($13M, CEPII BACI), so it may rank higher.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 090230?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 090230 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($163M, 7.9% of world imports), Iraq (about $147M) and Saudi Arabia ($128M). World imports came to about $2.1B, 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.
How is HS code 090230 structured?
HS code 090230 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (09) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 090230?
In Brazil, HS code 090230 is NCM 0902.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.