Robusta Green Coffee Beans
Unroasted Robusta coffee beans (Coffea canephora) used primarily for espresso blends and instant coffee production. Falls under HTS 0901.11.00 for not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee.
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More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If decaffeinated before roasting
Decaffeination process changes heading to decaffeinated coffee regardless of roast status.
If roasted not decaffeinated
Roasting transforms green beans into finished roasted coffee under different subheading.
If containing substitutes
Blends with coffee substitutes like chicory require separate classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Screen for contaminants like ochratoxin A, as FDA has specific defect action levels for green coffee
• Use proper humidity-controlled containers to prevent mold during transit of unroasted beans
• Document moisture content (typically 10-12%) to support quality claims and avoid reclassification
Related Products under HTS 0901.11.00
Arabica Green Coffee Beans
Unroasted Arabica coffee beans (Coffea arabica) harvested and processed but not subjected to roasting or decaffeination. Classified under HTS 0901.11.00 as not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee.
Colombian Supremo Green Coffee
Premium unroasted Colombian coffee beans graded Supremo (screen size 16+), washed processed, not decaffeinated. HTS 0901.11.00 covers this not roasted coffee variety.
Ethiopian Yirgacheffe Green Beans
Single-origin unroasted Yirgacheffe coffee from Ethiopia's Sidamo region, known for floral notes, not decaffeinated. Classified HTS 0901.11.00 as not roasted coffee.
Kenyan AA Green Coffee Beans
High-grade unroasted Kenyan AA coffee beans (screen size 17+), double-washed processing, caffeinated. HTS 0901.11.00 for not roasted, not decaffeinated coffee.
Brazil Santos Green Coffee
Classic Brazilian Santos green coffee beans from São Paulo region, natural processed, not decaffeinated. Covered by HTS 0901.11.00 as unroasted coffee.
Guatemalan Antigua Green Beans
Unroasted Antigua coffee from volcanic soil region near Guatemala City, washed process, caffeinated. HTS 0901.11.00 applies to this not roasted coffee.