Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté and spices. This chapter includes coffee beans, ground coffee, instant coffee and other coffee products, as well as various teas, maté and spices such as pepper and chili. However, it should be noted that this chapter does not include coffee-based beverages (classified under Chapter 22) or coffee substitutes (such as chicory, classified under Chapter 12). Most goods in this chapter are plant-derived agricultural products, and the processing method (roasting, decaffeination, etc.) is an important basis for classification. Heading 0901 covers coffee, including coffee whether or not roasted or decaffeinated, and coffee husks and skins and other coffee waste. However, roasted coffee substitutes (such as cereal coffee) are not classified under this heading. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided according to whether the coffee is roasted and whether it is decaffeinated. Code 090111 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits 09 represent Chapter 9 (Coffee, tea, maté and spices); digits 3-4 01 represent heading 0901 (Coffee); digits 5-6 11 represent subheading 0901.11, i.e. coffee, not roasted, not decaffeinated. The 5th digit 1 indicates not roasted, and the 6th digit 1 indicates not decaffeinated. If the 5th digit is 2, it indicates roasted; if the 6th digit is 1, it indicates not decaffeinated, and if it is 2, it indicates decaffeinated. This product is coffee, not roasted and not decaffeinated, so it is classified under 090111. If it were roasted, it would be classified under 090121 or 090122; if it were not roasted but decaffeinated, it would be classified under 090112. The main differences between 090111 and adjacent codes lie in the processing state (whether roasted) and caffeine treatment (whether decaffeinated).
Chapter
Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté and spices. This chapter includes coffee beans, ground coffee, instant coffee and other coffee products, as well as various teas, maté and spices such as pepper and chili. However, it should be noted that this chapter does not include coffee-based beverages (classified under Chapter 22) or coffee substitutes (such as chicory, classified under Chapter 12). Most goods in this chapter are plant-derived agricultural products, and the processing method (roasting, decaffeination, etc.) is an important basis for classification.
Heading
Heading 0901 covers coffee, including coffee whether or not roasted or decaffeinated, and coffee husks and skins and other coffee waste. However, roasted coffee substitutes (such as cereal coffee) are not classified under this heading. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided according to whether the coffee is roasted and whether it is decaffeinated.
Digit Breakdown
Code 090111 has 6 digits: the first 2 digits 09 represent Chapter 9 (Coffee, tea, maté and spices); digits 3-4 01 represent heading 0901 (Coffee); digits 5-6 11 represent subheading 0901.11, i.e. coffee, not roasted, not decaffeinated. The 5th digit 1 indicates not roasted, and the 6th digit 1 indicates not decaffeinated. If the 5th digit is 2, it indicates roasted; if the 6th digit is 1, it indicates not decaffeinated, and if it is 2, it indicates decaffeinated.
Classification Basis
This product is coffee, not roasted and not decaffeinated, so it is classified under 090111. If it were roasted, it would be classified under 090121 or 090122; if it were not roasted but decaffeinated, it would be classified under 090112. The main differences between 090111 and adjacent codes lie in the processing state (whether roasted) and caffeine treatment (whether decaffeinated).
📝 Declaration Elements
Product name: The specific name of the declared goods, such as "not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee beans", which must be consistent with the HS code description. Processing state: Indicate whether the coffee has been roasted, such as "not roasted", which must correspond to the code. Caffeine treatment: Indicate whether the coffee is decaffeinated, such as "not decaffeinated". Variety: The botanical variety of the coffee, such as Arabica, Robusta, etc., which helps accurate classification. Origin: The country or region of origin of the coffee, affecting tariffs and trade policy. Packaging specifications: The packaging method and specifications of the goods, such as bagged, weight per bag, etc. Brand: The brand name of the coffee, declare if any; if no brand, fill in "none". GTIN: Global Trade Item Number, provide if available, to facilitate customs identification. Product name: not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee beans; Processing state: not roasted; Caffeine treatment: not decaffeinated; Variety: Arabica; Origin: Brazil; Packaging specifications: 60 kg/bag; Brand: none; GTIN: none. Confusing "not roasted" with "roasted", leading to incorrect classification under 090121 or 090122. Ignoring the declaration of "whether decaffeinated", possibly misclassifying under 090112. Confusing coffee beans with coffee powder; coffee powder is usually roasted and should be classified under 090121.
Product name
The specific name of the declared goods, such as "not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee beans", which must be consistent with the HS code description.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring as "coffee beans" without stating not roasted and not decaffeinated.
Processing state
Indicate whether the coffee has been roasted, such as "not roasted", which must correspond to the code.
⚠️ Misreporting as "roasted", leading to incorrect classification.
Caffeine treatment
Indicate whether the coffee is decaffeinated, such as "not decaffeinated".
⚠️ Omitting the declaration of whether decaffeinated, causing code confusion.
Variety
The botanical variety of the coffee, such as Arabica, Robusta, etc., which helps accurate classification.
⚠️ Failure to provide variety information, affecting customs judgment of product characteristics.
Origin
The country or region of origin of the coffee, affecting tariffs and trade policy.
⚠️ False or vague declaration of origin.
Packaging specifications
The packaging method and specifications of the goods, such as bagged, weight per bag, etc.
⚠️ Unclear description of packaging specifications, affecting inspection and statistics.
Brand
The brand name of the coffee, declare if any; if no brand, fill in "none".
⚠️ Brand inconsistent with the actual product or omitted.
GTIN
Global Trade Item Number, provide if available, to facilitate customs identification.
⚠️ Failure to provide or providing an incorrect GTIN.
Example： Product name: not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee beans; Processing state: not roasted; Caffeine treatment: not decaffeinated; Variety: Arabica; Origin: Brazil; Packaging specifications: 60 kg/bag; Brand: none; GTIN: none.
Common Mistakes：
Confusing "not roasted" with "roasted", leading to incorrect classification under 090121 or 090122.
Ignoring the declaration of "whether decaffeinated", possibly misclassifying under 090112.
Confusing coffee beans with coffee powder; coffee powder is usually roasted and should be classified under 090121.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is the processing state and caffeine treatment of the goods. According to HS rules, coffee is divided into four subheadings according to whether roasted and whether decaffeinated: 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated), 090112 (not roasted, decaffeinated), 090121 (roasted, not decaffeinated), 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated). Therefore, confirming that the goods are not roasted and not decaffeinated is the key to classification under 090111. 090112 Not roasted, decaffeinated coffee: The difference lies in whether decaffeinated. 090112 is decaffeinated, while 090111 is not decaffeinated. 090121 Roasted, not decaffeinated coffee: The difference lies in whether roasted. 090121 is roasted, while 090111 is not roasted. 090122 Roasted, decaffeinated coffee: The difference lies in both roasting and caffeine treatment. 090122 is roasted and decaffeinated, while 090111 is not roasted and not decaffeinated. 210111 Coffee extracts, essences and preparations: 210111 is coffee extracts, concentrates or preparations, while 090111 is not roasted coffee beans. 090190 Other coffee and coffee substitutes: 090190 includes coffee husks, skins and other waste and coffee-containing products, while 090111 is not roasted coffee beans. Confirm whether the goods have been roasted? Confirm whether the goods are decaffeinated? Check whether the product name is consistent with the HS code description? Check whether the declaration elements are complete? Confirm whether the origin and packaging information are accurate?
Basis
The core basis for classification is the processing state and caffeine treatment of the goods. According to HS rules, coffee is divided into four subheadings according to whether roasted and whether decaffeinated: 090111 (not roasted, not decaffeinated), 090112 (not roasted, decaffeinated), 090121 (roasted, not decaffeinated), 090122 (roasted, decaffeinated). Therefore, confirming that the goods are not roasted and not decaffeinated is the key to classification under 090111.
Confused Codes：
090112 - Not roasted, decaffeinated coffee
The difference lies in whether decaffeinated. 090112 is decaffeinated, while 090111 is not decaffeinated.
090121 - Roasted, not decaffeinated coffee
The difference lies in whether roasted. 090121 is roasted, while 090111 is not roasted.
090122 - Roasted, decaffeinated coffee
The difference lies in both roasting and caffeine treatment. 090122 is roasted and decaffeinated, while 090111 is not roasted and not decaffeinated.
210111 - Coffee extracts, essences and preparations
210111 is coffee extracts, concentrates or preparations, while 090111 is not roasted coffee beans.
090190 - Other coffee and coffee substitutes
090190 includes coffee husks, skins and other waste and coffee-containing products, while 090111 is not roasted coffee beans.
Self-Check：
✓ Confirm whether the goods have been roasted?
✓ Confirm whether the goods are decaffeinated?
✓ Check whether the product name is consistent with the HS code description?
✓ Check whether the declaration elements are complete?
✓ Confirm whether the origin and packaging information are accurate?
❓ FAQ
How to determine whether coffee belongs to 090111? First confirm that the coffee is not roasted, and second confirm that it is not decaffeinated. If these two conditions are met, it is classified under 090111. Otherwise, classify under other subheadings according to roasting and caffeine treatment. What is the main difference between 090111 and 090112? The main difference is whether decaffeinated. 090111 is not decaffeinated, and 090112 is decaffeinated. Both are not roasted coffee. If coffee beans have been roasted, which code should they be classified under? Roasted coffee beans are classified under 090121 (not decaffeinated) or 090122 (decaffeinated). The specific code depends on the caffeine treatment. What key information is required when declaring 090111? Product name, processing state (not roasted), caffeine treatment (not decaffeinated), variety, origin, packaging specifications, brand, etc. Ensure the information is accurate for smooth customs clearance. How to check the import tariff for 090111 coffee beans? Tariff rates vary by country of origin and trade agreements. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query tools, or by consulting a customs broker. Note that rates may change, and the official publication shall prevail. Does the packaging specification of coffee beans affect classification? Packaging specifications generally do not affect classification, but must be declared truthfully. Classification is mainly based on processing state and caffeine treatment. If coffee beans are neither roasted nor decaffeinated but have been ground, which code should they be classified under? Grinding is a processing step, but in the HS code, not roasted coffee usually refers to not roasted coffee beans. After grinding, it may still be classified under 090111, but it is necessary to confirm whether it has been roasted. If not roasted before grinding, it is still classified under 090111. What certificates are required for exporting 090111 coffee beans to the EU? Usually a certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, etc. are required. Specific requirements depend on EU regulations; consult local customs or trade promotion agencies.
Q: How to determine whether coffee belongs to 090111?
A: First confirm that the coffee is not roasted, and second confirm that it is not decaffeinated. If these two conditions are met, it is classified under 090111. Otherwise, classify under other subheadings according to roasting and caffeine treatment.
Q: What is the main difference between 090111 and 090112?
A: The main difference is whether decaffeinated. 090111 is not decaffeinated, and 090112 is decaffeinated. Both are not roasted coffee.
Q: If coffee beans have been roasted, which code should they be classified under?
A: Roasted coffee beans are classified under 090121 (not decaffeinated) or 090122 (decaffeinated). The specific code depends on the caffeine treatment.
Q: What key information is required when declaring 090111?
A: Product name, processing state (not roasted), caffeine treatment (not decaffeinated), variety, origin, packaging specifications, brand, etc. Ensure the information is accurate for smooth customs clearance.
Q: How to check the import tariff for 090111 coffee beans?
A: Tariff rates vary by country of origin and trade agreements. The latest rates can be obtained through the official website of the General Administration of Customs, HS code query tools, or by consulting a customs broker. Note that rates may change, and the official publication shall prevail.
Q: Does the packaging specification of coffee beans affect classification?
A: Packaging specifications generally do not affect classification, but must be declared truthfully. Classification is mainly based on processing state and caffeine treatment.
Q: If coffee beans are neither roasted nor decaffeinated but have been ground, which code should they be classified under?
A: Grinding is a processing step, but in the HS code, not roasted coffee usually refers to not roasted coffee beans. After grinding, it may still be classified under 090111, but it is necessary to confirm whether it has been roasted. If not roasted before grinding, it is still classified under 090111.
Q: What certificates are required for exporting 090111 coffee beans to the EU?
A: Usually a certificate of origin, phytosanitary certificate, etc. are required. Specific requirements depend on EU regulations; consult local customs or trade promotion agencies.
⚠️ Disclaimer: HS code classification, declaration elements, tariff rates and regulatory conditions on this page are for reference only and do not constitute legal advice on customs classification. Tariff rates and regulations are subject to change; the latest announcements from the General Administration of Customs and on-site determinations shall prevail. Please consult professional customs brokers or customs authorities before import/export.