Product classification
HS code for Roasted coffee beans: 0901.21
Coffee, roasted, not decaffeinated.
Classification of roasted coffee beans under HS 0901.21
Roasted coffee beans that have not been decaffeinated are classified under HS code 0901.21. This classification is part of Chapter 09, which encompasses coffee, tea, mate, and spices. The Harmonized System distinguishes coffee based on two primary factors: whether it has been roasted and whether the caffeine has been removed. Heading 0901 is the primary heading for coffee, and subheading 0901.21 is specifically designated for coffee that has undergone the roasting process but remains in its natural, caffeinated state. Roasting is a critical chemical transformation where the green coffee beans are subjected to high heat, causing the Maillard reaction and developing the characteristic aroma and flavor profiles. This code applies to both whole beans and ground coffee, as the physical state (whole vs. ground) does not change the classification at the six-digit level, provided the coffee has not been further processed into an extract or essence.
- Covers
- Whole roasted coffee beans
- Ground roasted coffee
- Dark, medium, and light roast coffee
- Roasted coffee pods (containing ground coffee)
- 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. Roasted coffee beans are often confused with HS code 0901.11, which is for green (unroasted) coffee beans. Another common error is using 0901.22, which is specifically for decaffeinated roasted coffee. Furthermore, instant coffee should not be classified here; it belongs under 2101.11 as a coffee extract.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090121 (the code used for roasted coffee beans), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090121 (the code used for roasted 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 roasted 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 roasted coffee beans
Brazil classifies roasted 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 roasted coffee beans
What is the HS code for Roasted coffee beans?
The HS code for Roasted coffee beans is 090121 (Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated). The HS code for roasted, non-decaffeinated coffee beans is 0901.21.
How do I classify Roasted coffee beans for customs?
Roasted coffee beans is classified under HS code 090121 — Coffee; roasted, not decaffeinated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include instant coffee?
No, instant coffee is considered a coffee extract and is classified under HS code 2101.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of roasted coffee beans (HS 090121)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090121 (the code used for roasted 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 roasted coffee beans (HS 090121)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090121 (the code used for roasted 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 Roasted coffee beans the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090121 for Roasted 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 roasted coffee beans in Brazil?
In Brazil, roasted coffee beans (HS 090121) is classified under NCM 0901.21.00.