Product classification
HS code for Unroasted coffee: 0901.11
Coffee, not roasted or decaffeinated.
Classification of unroasted coffee under HS 0901.11
HS code 090111 is the primary classification for green coffee beans that have not been roasted and retain their natural caffeine content. This classification falls under Chapter 9, which encompasses coffee, tea, and spices. The defining criteria for this code are the absence of thermal treatment (roasting) and the presence of caffeine. These beans are the raw materials for the global coffee industry and are typically traded in bulk. The classification remains consistent regardless of the botanical variety, such as Arabica or Robusta, or the processing method used to extract the bean from the coffee cherry, such as the washed (wet) or natural (dry) process. As long as the bean has not been subjected to temperatures high enough to trigger the chemical changes associated with roasting, it remains under 090111. This code is vital for trade statistics and tariff application, as many countries apply lower duties on raw green coffee to support local roasting industries. It also allows for the monitoring of agricultural imports to prevent the spread of pests associated with raw plant materials.
- Covers
- Green coffee beans (unroasted)
- Unroasted Arabica coffee
- Unroasted Robusta coffee
- Raw coffee beans with caffeine
- Dried coffee seeds for roasting
- Also under 0901.11
- Starbucks Green Coffee (before roasting)
- Peet's Coffee Green Beans
- Lavazza Green Coffee
- Illy Green Coffee
Codes often confused with 0901.11
Common mistake. This code is often confused with HS code 090112, which is specifically for unroasted coffee that has been decaffeinated. It is also distinct from HS code 090121, which applies to coffee that has already undergone the roasting process. Additionally, coffee husks and skins are classified separately under 090190.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090111 (the code used for unroasted coffee), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090111 (the code used for unroasted coffee) in UN Comtrade data was Brazil, with 31% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 20% 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 090111, not only unroasted coffee.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Brazil $14.9B 31% of world exports
- 2 Colombia $5.8B 12% of world exports
- 3 Vietnam* ~$5.5B 11% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $48.2B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $9.8B 20% of world imports
- 2 Germany $6.5B 13% of world imports
- 3 Italy $4.1B 8.5% of world imports
World total: $48.4B 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 codes for unroasted coffee
Brazil splits HS 0901.11 into 2 NCM codes. Pick the one that matches your product:
- 0901.11.10Green coffee beans, not decaffeinated
- 0901.11.90Other green coffee, not decaffeinated
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about unroasted coffee
What is the HS code for Unroasted coffee?
The HS code for Unroasted coffee is 090111 (Coffee; not roasted or decaffeinated). The HS code for unroasted, non-decaffeinated coffee is 090111.
How do I classify Unroasted coffee for customs?
Unroasted coffee is classified under HS code 090111 — Coffee; not roasted or decaffeinated. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include coffee for sowing?
While 090111 covers raw beans, coffee specifically intended for sowing may be subject to different national agricultural regulations, though it generally remains under this heading unless specified elsewhere.
Which countries are the top exporters of unroasted coffee (HS 090111)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090111 (the code used for unroasted coffee) in UN Comtrade data were Brazil ($14.9B, 31% of world exports), Colombia ($5.8B) and Vietnam (about $5.5B). World exports came to about $48.2B, 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 unroasted coffee (HS 090111)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090111 (the code used for unroasted coffee) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($9.8B, 20% of world imports), Germany ($6.5B) and Italy ($4.1B). World imports came to about $48.4B, 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 Unroasted coffee the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090111 for Unroasted 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 unroasted coffee in Brazil?
Brazil splits HS 090111 into 2 NCM codes, so the right one for unroasted coffee depends on the product's details: 0901.11.10 (Green coffee beans, not decaffeinated), 0901.11.90 (Other green coffee, not decaffeinated).