Instant Coffee Powder
Soluble coffee powder made from dehydrated brewed coffee beans, classified under HTS 2101.12.9000 as a preparation with a basis of coffee extracts. It dissolves instantly in hot water to produce coffee beverages.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unroasted green coffee beans
Green coffee falls under Chapter 9 as raw coffee, not processed preparations.
If decaffeinated extracts
Decaffeinated coffee extracts have separate subheadings with potentially lower duties.
If containing roasted chicory
Products with roasted coffee substitutes like chicory classified separately.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify caffeine content and ensure labeling complies with FDA food safety standards for coffee-based products
• Obtain Certificate of Origin to potentially qualify for preferential tariff rates under trade agreements
• Avoid misclassification as raw coffee beans (0901) which have different duty rates
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