0901 - Coffee, whether or not roasted or decaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion:
Sub-classifications
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0901 1100
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0901 1200
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0901 90
Overview
This HTS category, 0901, encompasses coffee in its various forms, along with related byproducts. It includes unroasted coffee beans, providing the raw material for further processing. The category also covers coffee that has been roasted, altering its aroma and flavor profile. Furthermore, it includes decaffeinated coffee, catering to consumer preferences for reduced caffeine content. Coffee husks and skins, which are byproducts of coffee processing, are also classified here. Finally, the category addresses coffee substitutes that contain coffee in any proportion, recognizing products that blend coffee with other ingredients.
Distinct from sibling categories within Chapter 9, which might cover other spices, tea, or cocoa, HTS 0901 is specifically dedicated to coffee and its immediate derivatives and related products. While other chapters might classify beverages derived from coffee, this category focuses on the raw or processed coffee commodity itself, prior to its formulation into finished drinks or other complex products.
Within HTS 0901, further subdivisions clarify the specific state of the coffee. The category is broken down into "Coffee, not roasted," which refers to green coffee beans. "Coffee, roasted" covers beans that have undergone the roasting process. The "Other" subcategory (0901.90) is reserved for items not specifically covered by the roasted or unroasted classifications, such as the coffee husks, skins, and coffee substitutes containing coffee. This hierarchical structure allows for precise classification based on the physical state and composition of the coffee product.