Product classification
HS code for Decaffeinated green coffee: 0901.12
Coffee, decaffeinated, not roasted.
Classification of decaffeinated green coffee under HS 0901.12
Decaffeinated green coffee is classified under HS code 0901.12. This classification is part of the broader 0901 heading, which covers coffee in all its forms. The specific subheading 0901.12 is distinguished by two primary factors: the coffee must be unroasted (commonly referred to as "green") and it must have undergone a decaffeination process. The removal of caffeine is a significant processing step that differentiates this product from standard green coffee. The classification applies regardless of the decaffeination method used, such as the CO2 process, Swiss Water process, or solvent-based methods, provided the beans remain in their raw, unroasted state. This code is essential for trade statistics as it separates the decaffeinated market from the standard commodity market.
- Covers
- Unroasted decaffeinated Arabica beans
- Unroasted decaffeinated Robusta beans
- Raw decaffeinated coffee beans in bulk
- Green decaffeinated coffee for further processing
- Also under 0901.12
- Swiss Water Process Decaf Green Coffee
- Mountain Water Process Decaf Green Coffee
- various unroasted decaf beans from specialty coffee suppliers
Codes often confused with 0901.12
Common mistake. The most frequent misclassification occurs with HS code 0901.11, which is for green coffee that has not been decaffeinated. Another common error is using HS code 0901.22, which is reserved for roasted decaffeinated coffee. It is critical to verify the roast status of the bean; if the bean has undergone any roasting process, it moves from 0901.12 to 0901.22. Additionally, coffee substitutes containing coffee are classified under 0901.90, while those without coffee fall under 2101.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090112 (the code used for decaffeinated green coffee), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090112 (the code used for decaffeinated green coffee) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 57% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 42% 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 090112, not only decaffeinated green coffee.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $1.0B 57% of world exports
- 2 Vietnam* ~$246M 13% of world exports · partner records ↗
- 3 Canada $176M 9.5% of world exports
World total: $1.8B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $625M 42% of world imports
- 2 Spain $216M 14% of world imports
- 3 Switzerland $115M 7.6% of world imports
World total: $1.5B 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 decaffeinated green coffee
Brazil classifies decaffeinated green coffee under NCM 0901.12.00: HS 0901.12 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about decaffeinated green coffee
What is the HS code for Decaffeinated green coffee?
The HS code for Decaffeinated green coffee is 090112 (Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted). The HS code for decaffeinated green (unroasted) coffee is 0901.12.
How do I classify Decaffeinated green coffee for customs?
Decaffeinated green coffee is classified under HS code 090112 — Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include coffee husks and skins?
No, coffee husks and skins are classified under HS code 0901.90, regardless of whether they are from decaffeinated beans.
Which countries are the top exporters of decaffeinated green coffee (HS 090112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090112 (the code used for decaffeinated green coffee) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($1.0B, 57% of world exports), Vietnam (about $246M) and Canada ($176M). World exports came to about $1.8B, 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 green coffee (HS 090112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090112 (the code used for decaffeinated green coffee) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($625M, 42% of world imports), Spain ($216M) and Switzerland ($115M). World imports came to about $1.5B, 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 green coffee the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090112 for Decaffeinated green coffee 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 green coffee in Brazil?
In Brazil, decaffeinated green coffee (HS 090112) is classified under NCM 0901.12.00.