Product classification
HS code for Unroasted decaf coffee: 0901.12
Coffee, decaffeinated, not roasted.
Classification of unroasted decaf coffee under HS 0901.12
Unroasted decaffeinated coffee is classified under HS code 090112. This specific subheading is used for coffee beans that have undergone a decaffeination process while still in their green, unroasted state. Decaffeination involves removing at least 99% of the caffeine content using various methods, such as water extraction, carbon dioxide processes, or chemical solvents like ethyl acetate. The Harmonized System distinguishes between decaffeinated and non-decaffeinated coffee at the raw material stage because the chemical alteration changes the product's value and regulatory requirements. For a product to be classified here, it must be unroasted; once the decaffeinated green beans are subjected to heat for roasting, they move to HS code 090122. Accurate classification is essential for importers to comply with labeling laws and to ensure the correct duty rates are applied, as decaffeinated products may face different trade barriers or excise taxes in certain jurisdictions. The classification relies on the technical specification that the caffeine content has been reduced to a level typically below 0.1% by weight in the dry residue.
- Covers
- Decaffeinated green coffee beans
- Unroasted decaf Arabica beans
- Unroasted decaf Robusta beans
- Water-process decaf green coffee
- Solvent-extracted unroasted coffee
- 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 common misclassification is using HS code 090111, which is for standard unroasted coffee containing caffeine. It is also frequently confused with HS code 090122, which is for coffee that is both decaffeinated and roasted. Importers must verify the decaffeination certificate to ensure the 090112 code is appropriate.
Top exporters and importers of HS 090112 (the code used for unroasted decaf coffee), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 090112 (the code used for unroasted decaf 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 unroasted decaf 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 unroasted decaf coffee
Brazil classifies unroasted decaf 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 unroasted decaf coffee
What is the HS code for Unroasted decaf coffee?
The HS code for Unroasted decaf coffee is 090112 (Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted). The HS code for unroasted decaffeinated coffee is 090112.
How do I classify Unroasted decaf coffee for customs?
Unroasted decaf coffee is classified under HS code 090112 — Coffee; decaffeinated, not roasted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
How is decaffeinated coffee defined for HS purposes?
For customs purposes, coffee is generally considered decaffeinated if the caffeine content does not exceed 0.1% by weight of the dry matter.
Which countries are the top exporters of unroasted decaf coffee (HS 090112)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 090112 (the code used for unroasted decaf 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 unroasted decaf coffee (HS 090112)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 090112 (the code used for unroasted decaf 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 Unroasted decaf coffee the same in all countries?
The base HS code 090112 for Unroasted decaf 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 decaf coffee in Brazil?
In Brazil, unroasted decaf coffee (HS 090112) is classified under NCM 0901.12.00.