Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté and spices, including related products in natural or processed forms. The core commodities of this chapter are coffee (0901), tea (0902), maté (0903), and spices such as pepper and chili (0904-0910). These commodities are mostly agricultural products or primary processed goods and hold an important position in international trade. Customs supervision needs to focus on origin, degree of processing, and whether additives are contained. Heading 0901 refers specifically to coffee, including coffee whether or not roasted, whether or not decaffeinated, as well as coffee husks and skins and other substitutes. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided according to roasting status and whether or not decaffeinated, but it does not include coffee-based beverages, coffee substitutes (such as chicory), or coffee extracts (classified under 2101). Code 090122 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 09 represent Chapter 9 (coffee, tea, maté and spices); the 3rd-4th digits 01 represent heading 0901 (coffee); the 5th-6th digits 22 represent subheading 0901.22, namely roasted and decaffeinated coffee. The fifth digit 2 indicates roasted, and the sixth digit 2 indicates decaffeinated. If not roasted, it is classified under 0901.11 (not decaffeinated) or 0901.12 (decaffeinated); if roasted but not decaffeinated, it is classified under 0901.21. This product is roasted and decaffeinated coffee, fully conforming to the description of 0901.22. If only roasted but not decaffeinated, it should be classified under 0901.21; if not roasted, it should be classified under 0901.11 or 0901.12. The difference from coffee extracts (2101) is that this product remains in the form of coffee beans or coffee powder and has not undergone an extraction process.
Chapter
Chapter 09 covers coffee, tea, maté and spices, including related products in natural or processed forms. The core commodities of this chapter are coffee (0901), tea (0902), maté (0903), and spices such as pepper and chili (0904-0910). These commodities are mostly agricultural products or primary processed goods and hold an important position in international trade. Customs supervision needs to focus on origin, degree of processing, and whether additives are contained.
Heading
Heading 0901 refers specifically to coffee, including coffee whether or not roasted, whether or not decaffeinated, as well as coffee husks and skins and other substitutes. Under this heading, subheadings are further divided according to roasting status and whether or not decaffeinated, but it does not include coffee-based beverages, coffee substitutes (such as chicory), or coffee extracts (classified under 2101).
Digit Breakdown
Code 090122 is a six-digit subheading: the first two digits 09 represent Chapter 9 (coffee, tea, maté and spices); the 3rd-4th digits 01 represent heading 0901 (coffee); the 5th-6th digits 22 represent subheading 0901.22, namely roasted and decaffeinated coffee. The fifth digit 2 indicates roasted, and the sixth digit 2 indicates decaffeinated. If not roasted, it is classified under 0901.11 (not decaffeinated) or 0901.12 (decaffeinated); if roasted but not decaffeinated, it is classified under 0901.21.
Classification Basis
This product is roasted and decaffeinated coffee, fully conforming to the description of 0901.22. If only roasted but not decaffeinated, it should be classified under 0901.21; if not roasted, it should be classified under 0901.11 or 0901.12. The difference from coffee extracts (2101) is that this product remains in the form of coffee beans or coffee powder and has not undergone an extraction process.
📝 Declaration Elements
Product Name: The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'roasted decaffeinated coffee beans' or 'roasted decaffeinated coffee powder', and it must be consistent with the actual goods. Method of Production or Preservation: Explain the processing status of the coffee, such as 'roasted' or 'decaffeinated', and if necessary specify the decaffeination process (such as the Swiss Water Process). Ingredient Content: Caffeine content (such as <=0.1%) and whether other substances are added; pure coffee should state 100% coffee beans. Packaging Specifications: Retail packaging or bulk packaging, such as '25kg/bag' or '500g/can'; this affects regulatory conditions but not classification. Brand: If there is a brand, it must be declared; if there is no brand, 'none' may be entered. Brand does not affect classification but involves intellectual property rights. Origin: The country of origin of the coffee beans, which affects tariffs and the application of trade agreements. Production Date: The roasting or packaging date of the coffee, used for food safety supervision. Product Name: Roasted decaffeinated coffee beans; Method of Production: roasted, decaffeinated (Swiss Water Process); Ingredient Content: caffeine <=0.1%, 100% coffee beans; Packaging Specifications: 25kg/bag; Brand: none; Origin: Brazil; Production Date: 2025-01-01. Incorrectly classifying unroasted coffee under 090122, when it should actually be classified under 090111 or 090112. Ignoring the decaffeination process, resulting in confusion with 090121. Incorrectly classifying coffee extracts or instant coffee under this code, when they should be classified under 2101.
Product Name
The specific name of the declared commodity, such as 'roasted decaffeinated coffee beans' or 'roasted decaffeinated coffee powder', and it must be consistent with the actual goods.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring it as 'coffee beans' without stating that it is decaffeinated, resulting in misclassification.
Method of Production or Preservation
Explain the processing status of the coffee, such as 'roasted' or 'decaffeinated', and if necessary specify the decaffeination process (such as the Swiss Water Process).
⚠️ Writing only 'roasted' without mentioning decaffeination, or confusing 'not roasted' with 'roasted'.
Ingredient Content
Caffeine content (such as <=0.1%) and whether other substances are added; pure coffee should state 100% coffee beans.
⚠️ Failure to provide caffeine content, or incorrectly classifying flavored coffee under this code.
Packaging Specifications
Retail packaging or bulk packaging, such as '25kg/bag' or '500g/can'; this affects regulatory conditions but not classification.
⚠️ Ignoring packaging specifications, resulting in incomplete declaration.
Brand
If there is a brand, it must be declared; if there is no brand, 'none' may be entered. Brand does not affect classification but involves intellectual property rights.
⚠️ Omitting the brand or incorrectly declaring the brand.
Origin
The country of origin of the coffee beans, which affects tariffs and the application of trade agreements.
⚠️ Incorrectly declaring the processing country instead of the growing country.
Production Date
The roasting or packaging date of the coffee, used for food safety supervision.
Incorrectly classifying unroasted coffee under 090122, when it should actually be classified under 090111 or 090112.
Ignoring the decaffeination process, resulting in confusion with 090121.
Incorrectly classifying coffee extracts or instant coffee under this code, when they should be classified under 2101.
🎯 Classification Logic
The core basis for classification is: 1) whether the product is coffee; 2) whether it is roasted; 3) whether it is decaffeinated. According to HS notes, 0901 includes coffee whether or not roasted, whether or not decaffeinated. Roasted and decaffeinated coffee must satisfy both conditions at the same time; neither can be omitted. If only roasted but not decaffeinated, classify under 090121; if not roasted, classify under 090111 or 090112. 090121 Roasted coffee, not decaffeinated: This code has not had caffeine removed, whereas 090122 is decaffeinated. The difference lies in whether it has undergone a decaffeination process and the caffeine content. 090111 Coffee, not roasted, not decaffeinated: This code is green beans, not roasted and not decaffeinated, whereas 090122 is roasted and decaffeinated; the processing status is completely different. 090112 Coffee, not roasted, decaffeinated: This code is green beans but decaffeinated, whereas 090122 is roasted; whether it is roasted is the core difference. 210111 Coffee extracts, essences and concentrates, and preparations: This code is coffee extracts or instant coffee, whereas 090122 is coffee beans or coffee powder and has not undergone an extraction process. 210130 Roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes: This code is coffee substitutes and contains no coffee ingredients, whereas 090122 is pure coffee. Is the product roasted? Is the product decaffeinated? Is the caffeine content <=0.1%? Does it remain in the form of coffee beans or coffee powder? Has no other substance been added?
Basis
The core basis for classification is: 1) whether the product is coffee; 2) whether it is roasted; 3) whether it is decaffeinated. According to HS notes, 0901 includes coffee whether or not roasted, whether or not decaffeinated. Roasted and decaffeinated coffee must satisfy both conditions at the same time; neither can be omitted. If only roasted but not decaffeinated, classify under 090121; if not roasted, classify under 090111 or 090112.
Confused Codes：
090121 - Roasted coffee, not decaffeinated
This code has not had caffeine removed, whereas 090122 is decaffeinated. The difference lies in whether it has undergone a decaffeination process and the caffeine content.
090111 - Coffee, not roasted, not decaffeinated
This code is green beans, not roasted and not decaffeinated, whereas 090122 is roasted and decaffeinated; the processing status is completely different.
090112 - Coffee, not roasted, decaffeinated
This code is green beans but decaffeinated, whereas 090122 is roasted; whether it is roasted is the core difference.
210111 - Coffee extracts, essences and concentrates, and preparations
This code is coffee extracts or instant coffee, whereas 090122 is coffee beans or coffee powder and has not undergone an extraction process.
210130 - Roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes
This code is coffee substitutes and contains no coffee ingredients, whereas 090122 is pure coffee.
Self-Check：
✓ Is the product roasted?
✓ Is the product decaffeinated?
✓ Is the caffeine content <=0.1%?
✓ Does it remain in the form of coffee beans or coffee powder?
✓ Has no other substance been added?
❓ FAQ
How can I check the tariff rate for 090122? You can check the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' on the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the 'Internet + Customs' platform, enter HS code 090122 to view the MFN rate, general rate, and agreement rates. You may also consult a professional customs broker. What regulatory documents are required for importing roasted decaffeinated coffee? Generally, a certificate of origin, health certificate, ingredient test report, Chinese label, etc. are required. Specific regulatory conditions vary by country. It is recommended to check the 'List of Overseas Production Enterprises Registered for Imported Food' and the 'Measures for the Safety Administration of Imported and Exported Food' issued by the General Administration of Customs. What is the main difference between 090122 and 090121? 090121 is roasted coffee, not decaffeinated, and 090122 is roasted decaffeinated coffee. The core difference is whether it has undergone a decaffeination process and the caffeine content. When declaring, a caffeine content test report must be provided. If coffee beans have been roasted but not decaffeinated, which code should they be classified under? They should be classified under 090121 (roasted coffee, not decaffeinated). If incorrectly classified under 090122, it may lead to tariff differences and non-compliance with regulatory conditions. For cross-border e-commerce retail imports of coffee, how should the HS code be selected? If cross-border e-commerce retail imported coffee is roasted and decaffeinated, it is still classified under 090122. However, attention must be paid to the cross-border e-commerce positive list and tax policies; it is usually handled according to goods tax rates or personal postal articles tax. Does different origin of coffee beans affect the HS code? The HS code does not change due to origin, but origin affects tariff rates and the application of trade agreements. For example, coffee from ASEAN may be eligible for agreement rates. Is the HS code the same for roasted decaffeinated coffee powder and coffee beans? Yes. HS code 090122 covers roasted decaffeinated coffee, regardless of whether it is in bean or powder form. However, the form must be stated when declaring. How can it be determined whether caffeine has been removed? Caffeine content is usually used as the standard. According to international standards, the caffeine content of decaffeinated coffee should be <=0.1% (dry weight). A test report must be provided when declaring.
Q: How can I check the tariff rate for 090122?
A: You can check the 'Customs Import and Export Tariff of the People's Republic of China' on the official website of the General Administration of Customs of China or the 'Internet + Customs' platform, enter HS code 090122 to view the MFN rate, general rate, and agreement rates. You may also consult a professional customs broker.
Q: What regulatory documents are required for importing roasted decaffeinated coffee?
A: Generally, a certificate of origin, health certificate, ingredient test report, Chinese label, etc. are required. Specific regulatory conditions vary by country. It is recommended to check the 'List of Overseas Production Enterprises Registered for Imported Food' and the 'Measures for the Safety Administration of Imported and Exported Food' issued by the General Administration of Customs.
Q: What is the main difference between 090122 and 090121?
A: 090121 is roasted coffee, not decaffeinated, and 090122 is roasted decaffeinated coffee. The core difference is whether it has undergone a decaffeination process and the caffeine content. When declaring, a caffeine content test report must be provided.
Q: If coffee beans have been roasted but not decaffeinated, which code should they be classified under?
A: They should be classified under 090121 (roasted coffee, not decaffeinated). If incorrectly classified under 090122, it may lead to tariff differences and non-compliance with regulatory conditions.
Q: For cross-border e-commerce retail imports of coffee, how should the HS code be selected?
A: If cross-border e-commerce retail imported coffee is roasted and decaffeinated, it is still classified under 090122. However, attention must be paid to the cross-border e-commerce positive list and tax policies; it is usually handled according to goods tax rates or personal postal articles tax.
Q: Does different origin of coffee beans affect the HS code?
A: The HS code does not change due to origin, but origin affects tariff rates and the application of trade agreements. For example, coffee from ASEAN may be eligible for agreement rates.
Q: Is the HS code the same for roasted decaffeinated coffee powder and coffee beans?
A: Yes. HS code 090122 covers roasted decaffeinated coffee, regardless of whether it is in bean or powder form. However, the form must be stated when declaring.
Q: How can it be determined whether caffeine has been removed?
A: Caffeine content is usually used as the standard. According to international standards, the caffeine content of decaffeinated coffee should be <=0.1% (dry weight). A test report must be provided when declaring.
⚠️ 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.