HS Code Subheading

Coca leaf; of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

1211.30 Subheading
Section II — Vegetable products

About HS Code 121130

Coca leaf, when traded for legitimate purposes such as pharmaceutical applications (e.g., for cocaine-free flavorings, local anesthetics), perfumery, or specific insecticidal/fungicidal uses, falls under this highly regulated HS code. This category includes the leaf in various forms: fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or processed into cut, crushed, or powdered states. International trade is extremely sensitive and subject to strict international drug control treaties and national regulations, requiring special licenses and permits from both exporting and importing countries. Exporters are typically countries where coca cultivation is legally permitted for these specific industrial uses, such as Peru and Bolivia, which operate under strict government oversight. Importers are specialized pharmaceutical or chemical companies in countries with the necessary legal frameworks and permits. Compliance with CITES and UN drug conventions, along with rigorous documentation and traceability, is paramount to prevent diversion for illicit purposes.

Products Under This Code

Dried coca leaves (for legal use), Coca leaf powder (for legal use), Decocainized coca leaf extract, Coca leaf for pharmaceutical research, Coca leaf for flavoring agents, Coca leaf for medicinal preparations

Real World Examples

Stepan Company (decocainized coca leaf extract for Coca-Cola), various pharmaceutical research laboratories (under strict license)

Common Misclassification

This code is highly specific and should not be confused with other medicinal plants (121190); the primary risk is illegal trade, which would not be declared under this HS code, or misdeclaration of other plant materials as coca leaf.

Products Classified Under 1211.30

Coca leaf

Related Codes

1211.20 Ginseng roots, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered 1211.40 Poppy straw; of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered 1211.50 Ephedra, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered 1211.60 Bark of African cherry (Prunus africana); of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered 1211.90 Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

Industry

This code belongs to the Agriculture & Live Animals industry.

Trade Overview

Peru and Bolivia are the primary legal exporters under strict controls, with specialized pharmaceutical and flavoring industries in countries like the United States and Germany being the main legal importers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 121130?

HS code 121130 covers: Coca leaf; of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered. Coca leaf, when traded for legitimate purposes such as pharmaceutical applications (e.g., for cocaine-free flavorings, local anesthetics), perfumery, or specific insecticidal/fungicidal uses, falls under this highly regulated HS code. This category includes the leaf in various forms: fresh, chilled, frozen, dried, or processed into cut, crushed, or powdered states. International trade is extremely sensitive and subject to strict international drug control treaties and national regulations, requiring special licenses and permits from both exporting and importing countries. Exporters are typically countries where coca cultivation is legally permitted for these specific industrial uses, such as Peru and Bolivia, which operate under strict government oversight. Importers are specialized pharmaceutical or chemical companies in countries with the necessary legal frameworks and permits. Compliance with CITES and UN drug conventions, along with rigorous documentation and traceability, is paramount to prevent diversion for illicit purposes.

What products fall under HS code 121130?

Dried coca leaves (for legal use), Coca leaf powder (for legal use), Decocainized coca leaf extract, Coca leaf for pharmaceutical research, Coca leaf for flavoring agents, Coca leaf for medicinal preparations

What are common misclassifications for HS code 121130?

This code is highly specific and should not be confused with other medicinal plants (121190); the primary risk is illegal trade, which would not be declared under this HS code, or misdeclaration of other plant materials as coca leaf.

How is HS code 121130 structured?

HS code 121130 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (12) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (11) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (30) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.