HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 1211.30 – 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
HS code 1211.30 is the 6-digit subheading for 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. It is used for dried coca leaves (for legal use), coca leaf powder (for legal use), decocainized coca leaf extract, coca leaf for pharmaceutical research and coca leaf for flavoring agents.
What HS 1211.30 covers
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.
- Covers
- 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
- Examples
- Stepan Company (decocainized coca leaf extract for Coca-Cola)
- various pharmaceutical research laboratories (under strict license)
Codes often confused with 1211.30
Common mistake. 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.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 121130, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 121130 in UN Comtrade data was Peru, with about 96% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 82% 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 Peru* ~$1.2M 96% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 2 France $34K 2.6% of world exports
- 3 Netherlands $6K 0.5% of world exports
World total: $1.3M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $1.2M 82% of world imports
- 2 Germany $170K 11% of world imports
- 3 Belgium $32K 2.2% of world imports
World total: $1.5M 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 1211.30
Brazil does not split HS 1211.30: its NCM code is 1211.30.00.
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 12.11 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 1211.30
What is HS code 121130?
HS code 121130 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that 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.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 121130?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 121130 in UN Comtrade data were Peru (about $1.2M, 96% of world exports), France ($34K) and the Netherlands ($6K). World exports came to about $1.3M, 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 121130?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 121130 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($1.2M, 82% of world imports), Germany ($170K) and Belgium ($32K). World imports came to about $1.5M, 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 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.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 121130?
In Brazil, HS code 121130 is NCM 1211.30.00. The last two digits are 00 because Brazil does not split this HS code further.