Product classification
HS code for Decaffeinated coffee beans: 0901.22
Coffee, roasted, decaffeinated.
Classification of decaffeinated coffee beans under HS 0901.22
Decaffeinated coffee beans that have been roasted are classified under HS code 0901.22. This classification is part of the broader 0901 heading for coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated. The specific subheading 0901.22 is reserved for coffee that has undergone two specific processes: the removal of caffeine and the roasting process. Roasting involves thermal treatment that changes the chemical and physical properties of the green coffee bean, while decaffeination is the process of extracting caffeine using solvents, water, or carbon dioxide. The classification is straightforward based on the physical state (roasted) and the chemical status (decaffeinated). According to the Chapter 9 notes, this code applies regardless of whether the coffee is in whole bean form or has been ground. The essential character of the product is that it is coffee intended for brewing, but with the majority of its caffeine content removed prior to or during the production process.
- Covers
- Roasted decaffeinated whole coffee beans
- Roasted decaffeinated ground coffee
- Decaffeinated espresso roast beans
- Decaffeinated dark or light roast coffee
- Also under 0901.22
- Starbucks Decaf Pike Place Roast
- Lavazza Dek
- Peet's Decaf Major Dickason's Blend
- Illy Decaffeinated
- Nescafé Decaf Instant Coffee
Codes often confused with 0901.22
Common mistake. The most common misclassification is using HS code 0901.12, which is for decaffeinated coffee that has NOT been roasted (green decaf beans). Another error is using 0901.21, which is for roasted coffee that is NOT decaffeinated. Importers must also avoid HS code 2101.11, which is for instant (soluble) coffee; even if the instant coffee is decaffeinated, it belongs in Chapter 21 because it is an extract or essence rather than the bean itself. Finally, coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion are classified under 0901.90.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090122 (the code used for decaffeinated coffee beans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090122 (the code used for decaffeinated coffee beans) in UN Comtrade data was Switzerland, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was France, with 18% 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 090122, not only decaffeinated coffee beans.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Switzerland $281M 31% of world exports
- 2 France $137M 15% of world exports
- 3 Italy $112M 12% of world exports
World total: $898M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 France $168M 18% of world imports
- 2 United States $137M 15% of world imports
- 3 Spain $86M 9.3% of world imports
World total: $932M 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 decaffeinated coffee beans
Brazil classifies decaffeinated coffee beans under NCM 0901.22.00: HS 0901.22 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about decaffeinated coffee beans
What is the HS code for Decaffeinated coffee beans?
The HS code for Decaffeinated coffee beans is 090122 (Coffee; roasted, decaffeinated). The HS code for roasted decaffeinated coffee beans is 0901.22.
How do I classify Decaffeinated coffee beans for customs?
Decaffeinated coffee beans is classified under HS code 090122 — Coffee; roasted, decaffeinated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include decaffeinated ground coffee?
Yes, HS code 0901.22 covers both whole beans and ground coffee, provided they are roasted and decaffeinated.
Which countries are the top exporters of decaffeinated coffee beans (HS 090122)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090122 (the code used for decaffeinated coffee beans) in UN Comtrade data were Switzerland ($281M, 31% of world exports), France ($137M) and Italy ($112M). World exports came to about $898M, 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 decaffeinated coffee beans (HS 090122)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090122 (the code used for decaffeinated coffee beans) in UN Comtrade data were France ($168M, 18% of world imports), the United States ($137M) and Spain ($86M). World imports came to about $932M, 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 Decaffeinated coffee beans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090122 for Decaffeinated 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 decaffeinated coffee beans in Brazil?
In Brazil, decaffeinated coffee beans (HS 090122) is classified under NCM 0901.22.00.