Product classification
HS code for Coffee beans: 0901.21
Coffee, roasted, not decaffeinated.
Classification of coffee beans under HS 0901.21
Roasted coffee beans are classified under HS code 0901.21. Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté, and spices. Heading 0901 is specifically designated for coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated, as well as coffee husks and skins and coffee substitutes. The subheading 0901.21 is applied to coffee that has undergone the roasting process but has not had its caffeine content removed. This classification applies regardless of whether the beans are whole or ground, provided they have been subjected to heat to develop their flavor and aroma. The distinction between roasted and non-roasted coffee is fundamental in international trade, as roasting changes the chemical composition and the commercial value of the product. Under the General Rules of Interpretation, specifically GRI 1 and 6, the product is identified by its roasted state and the presence of caffeine. The process of roasting involves heating the green coffee beans to high temperatures, which triggers the Maillard reaction, transforming the physical and chemical properties of the bean into the consumable product known globally as roasted coffee.
- Covers
- Whole roasted coffee beans
- Ground roasted coffee
- Dark roast coffee
- Light roast coffee
- Medium roast coffee
- Espresso grind coffee (not decaffeinated)
- Also under 0901.21
- 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. The most common misclassification for roasted coffee beans is HS code 0901.11, which is reserved for coffee that is not roasted and not decaffeinated (green coffee). Another frequent error is using HS code 0901.22, which is specifically for roasted coffee that has been decaffeinated. Additionally, instant coffee is often confused with ground roasted coffee; however, instant coffee is an extract and belongs under HS code 2101.11.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090121 (the code used for coffee beans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090121 (the code used for coffee beans) 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.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 090121, not only coffee beans.
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 coffee beans
Brazil classifies coffee beans under NCM 0901.21.00: HS 0901.21 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about coffee beans
What is the HS code for Coffee beans?
The HS code for Coffee beans is 090121 (Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated).
How do I classify Coffee beans for customs?
Coffee beans is classified under HS code 090121 — Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
What is the HS code for roasted coffee beans?
The HS code for roasted, non-decaffeinated coffee beans is 0901.21.
Does this code include ground coffee?
Yes, HS code 0901.21 includes both whole beans and ground coffee, as long as it is roasted and contains caffeine.
Which countries are the top exporters of coffee beans (HS 090121)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090121 (the code used for coffee beans) 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 coffee beans (HS 090121)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090121 (the code used for coffee beans) 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.
Is the HS code for Coffee beans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090121 for Coffee beans is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for coffee beans in Brazil?
In Brazil, coffee beans (HS 090121) is classified under NCM 0901.21.00.