About HS Code 210112
This category covers a broader range of preparations that have coffee extracts, essences, concentrates, or coffee itself as their primary basis. Unlike 210111, which focuses on the extracts, this code includes more finished or semi-finished products where coffee is a defining ingredient. This reflects the diversification of coffee consumption into various food and beverage formats beyond traditional brewing. Products here cater to convenience, specialty markets, and the growing demand for coffee-flavored items. Importers are often food service providers, retailers, and manufacturers of confectionery, dairy products, and ready-to-drink beverages. Exporters are typically countries with advanced food processing capabilities and strong consumer brands that develop innovative coffee-based products.
Products Under This Code
Ready-to-drink iced coffee, coffee-flavored syrup, coffee dessert mixes, coffee candy, coffee-based protein shakes, coffee liqueur base, coffee-flavored yogurt
Real World Examples
Starbucks Frappuccino (bottled), Kahlúa (coffee liqueur base), International Delight Coffee Creamer, Jell-O Coffee Pudding Mix
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 210111 if the preparation is very simple, or with 2202 (non-alcoholic beverages) if it's a ready-to-drink coffee beverage, but this code specifically focuses on the 'preparations with a basis of coffee.'
Products Classified Under 2101.12
Industry
This code belongs to the Food & Beverages industry.
Trade Overview
The United States, Germany, and the UK are major importers of these coffee preparations, with significant exports from countries with strong food processing industries.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 210112?
HS code 210112 covers: Preparations with a basis of extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee. This category covers a broader range of preparations that have coffee extracts, essences, concentrates, or coffee itself as their primary basis. Unlike 210111, which focuses on the extracts, this code includes more finished or semi-finished products where coffee is a defining ingredient. This reflects the diversification of coffee consumption into various food and beverage formats beyond traditional brewing. Products here cater to convenience, specialty markets, and the growing demand for coffee-flavored items. Importers are often food service providers, retailers, and manufacturers of confectionery, dairy products, and ready-to-drink beverages. Exporters are typically countries with advanced food processing capabilities and strong consumer brands that develop innovative coffee-based products.
What products fall under HS code 210112?
Ready-to-drink iced coffee, coffee-flavored syrup, coffee dessert mixes, coffee candy, coffee-based protein shakes, coffee liqueur base, coffee-flavored yogurt
What are common misclassifications for HS code 210112?
Often confused with 210111 if the preparation is very simple, or with 2202 (non-alcoholic beverages) if it's a ready-to-drink coffee beverage, but this code specifically focuses on the 'preparations with a basis of coffee.'
How is HS code 210112 structured?
HS code 210112 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (21) 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.