# HS code for coffee > Coffee is usually classified under HS code 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated, and under 0901.22 when it is roasted and decaffeinated. Both sit in heading 09.01, “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion”. Coffee can also fall under 0901.11, depending on the roasting and the caffeine content. Source: https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/coffee Last updated: 11 October 2026 ## Key facts - Most likely codes: 0901.21, 0901.22 - Chapter: [09: Coffee, tea, maté and spices](https://border.bot/hs-codes/09) - Candidate codes: 3 - HS edition: HS2022 ## Summary Coffee is usually classified under HS code 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated, and under 0901.22 when it is roasted and decaffeinated. Both sit in heading 09.01, “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion”. Coffee can also fall under 0901.11, depending on the roasting and the caffeine content. ## How to choose the right code Is the coffee roasted? Use 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated. Use 0901.11 when it is not roasted (green coffee) and not decaffeinated. Is the coffee decaffeinated? Use 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated. Use 0901.22 when it is roasted and decaffeinated. Some similar goods are classified elsewhere: 2101.11 applies when it is instant coffee or another extract, essence or concentrate of coffee. ## Codes for coffee Each code is listed with its legal text from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, quoted as published, and the condition under which it applies to coffee. ### [0901.21](https://border.bot/hs-codes/090121) (most likely) Legal text: “Coffee, roasted: Not decaffeinated” Heading 09.01: “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion” Applies when it is roasted and not decaffeinated. ### [0901.22](https://border.bot/hs-codes/090122) (most likely) Legal text: “Coffee, roasted: Decaffeinated” Heading 09.01: “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion” Applies when it is roasted and decaffeinated. ### [0901.11](https://border.bot/hs-codes/090111) (possible) Legal text: “Coffee, not roasted: Not decaffeinated” Heading 09.01: “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion” Applies when it is not roasted (green coffee) and not decaffeinated. ### [2101.11](https://border.bot/hs-codes/210111) (classified elsewhere) Legal text: “Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee: Extracts, essences and concentrates” Heading 21.01: “Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof” Applies when it is instant coffee or another extract, essence or concentrate of coffee. ## Similar products Products in the same category as coffee, or classified under the same headings. - [Beer](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/beer): 2203.00 - [Chocolate](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/chocolate): 1806.32, 1806.31 - [Gin](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/gin): 2208.50 - [Honey](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/honey): 0409.00 - [Olive oil](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/olive-oil): 1509.20 - [Tea](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/tea): 0902.30, 0902.10 - [Vodka](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/vodka): 2208.60 - [Whisky](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/whisky): 2208.30 - [Wine](https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/wine): 2204.21, 2204.10 ## Duty rates by country National tariff lines for coffee are live for the United States. Each page lists the lines under the codes above, with their duty rates where they are live. - [United States](https://border.bot/countries/united-states/hs-codes/for/coffee): 17 national lines, duty rates live ## Check your exact product Describe your product, or paste its page, and the classifier suggests the code with its reasons. - [Classify your exact product](https://border.bot/tools/hs-code-classifier?product=coffee) ## Classification depends on the exact product The right code depends on what the product is made of, how it is made and what it is for, so two products sold as coffee can fall under different codes. Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling. ## Frequently asked questions ### What is the HS code for coffee? Coffee is usually classified under HS code 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated, and under 0901.22 when it is roasted and decaffeinated. Both sit in heading 09.01, “Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion”. ### Does the roasting change the HS code for coffee? Yes. Use 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated. Use 0901.11 when it is not roasted (green coffee) and not decaffeinated. ### Does the caffeine content change the HS code for coffee? Yes. Use 0901.21 when it is roasted and not decaffeinated. Use 0901.22 when it is roasted and decaffeinated. ## Sources and updates The legal texts are from the HS2022 Harmonized System release, live on border.bot since 11 October 2026. The conditions and questions on this page were written for coffee by border.bot and checked against those legal texts; the page changes when a new release goes live or the topic is reviewed again. Machine-readable: https://border.bot/hs-codes/for/coffee.json