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# HSN Sub-chapter 0901: Coffee & coffee substitutes

Coffee, whether or not roasted or dacaffeinated; coffee husks and skins; coffee substitutes containing coffee in any proportion

Part of [Chapter 09: Coffee, Tea, Mate and Spices](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-09/).

- Current GST rate: 5%
- Earlier GST rate: 5%

## HSN codes

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 09011111 | [Arabica plantation coffee, A Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011111/) |
| 09011112 | [Coffee, not roasted: Arabica plantation: B Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011112/) |
| 09011113 | [Coffee, not roasted: Arabica plantation: C Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011113/) |
| 09011119 | [Arabica coffee, not decaffeinated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011119/) |
| 09011121 | [Arabica cherry coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011121/) |
| 09011122 | [Arabica cherry coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011122/) |
| 09011123 | [Arabica coffee C Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011123/) |
| 09011124 | [Arabica Cherry Coffee (B/B/B Grade)](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011124/) |
| 09011129 | [Arabica cherry coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011129/) |
| 09011131 | [Coffee, not roasted, Rob Parchment, AB Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011131/) |
| 09011132 | [Rob parchment coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011132/) |
| 09011133 | [Coffee, not roasted, Rob Parchment, C Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011133/) |
| 09011139 | [Coffee, not roasted, Rob Parchment](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011139/) |
| 09011141 | [Robusta coffee: AB grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011141/) |
| 09011142 | [Robusta coffee: PB grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011142/) |
| 09011143 | [Robusta coffee: C grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011143/) |
| 09011144 | [Rob cherry coffee, B/B/B Grade](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011144/) |
| 09011145 | [Coffee: Rob cherry bulk](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011145/) |
| 09011149 | [Robusta cherry coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011149/) |
| 09011190 | [Coffee, not roasted: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011190/) |
| 09011200 | [Coffee, not roasted: Decaffeinated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09011200/) |
| 09012110 | [Coffee, roasted](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09012110/) |
| 09012190 | [Coffee, roasted: Not decaffeinated](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09012190/) |
| 09012210 | [Coffee, roasted: Decaffeinated: Bulk packing](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09012210/) |
| 09012290 | [Coffee, roasted: Decaffeinated: Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09012290/) |
| 09019010 | [Other\| Coffee Husks And Skins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09019010/) |
| 09019020 | [Other: Coffee substitutes containing coffee](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09019020/) |
| 09019090 | [Coffee Substitutes, Husks, or Skins \| Other](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-09019090/) |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 0901

It includes Coffee & coffee substitutes

### Any import/export nuance for Coffee & coffee substitutes?

Exports are zero‑rated (with or without payment of IGST) subject to LUT/refund conditions. Imports may attract customs duties in addition to GST. Keep HSN‑wise description consistent across invoice, shipping bill and BOE.

### Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Coffee & coffee substitutes?

Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Coffee & coffee substitutes are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.

### If I repair and return Coffee & coffee substitutes, how should I charge GST?

Repair/service is a service supply (SAC). Parts and materials used are goods and may be billed separately with HSN. Mention both lines clearly to avoid mixing service and goods values.

### Do spares or accessories of Coffee & coffee substitutes follow the same HSN?

Not always. Spares are often classified by their own description or by the function/part rule. Check if a specific sub‑heading exists for parts of the main item and describe the part on the invoice.

### How do I bill a kit or combo that includes Coffee & coffee substitutes?

Prefer separate lines per item with its HSN so each component follows its own tax treatment. If it is a naturally bundled supply, identify the principal supply and tax the whole bundle accordingly.

### What misclassification mistakes happen with Coffee & coffee substitutes?

Using a broad or incorrect HSN, ignoring material/form (e.g., raw vs processed), or mixing goods and services on one line. Always match wording to the HSN Notes and keep a classification working paper.

## India's trade performance: HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹10,537 Cr (+54.68% YoY) — 0.2845% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹2,240 Cr (+40.86% YoY) — 0.0367% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹8,298 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #39 of 1233 sub-chapters
- Share of Chapter 09: 23.19% of its exports; import side 19.78%
- Rank within Chapter 09: #2 of 10 by export value; import-side #2

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 19.21% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #60 of 1233 sub-chapters by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +54.68% in FY 2024-25
- Contribution to Ch. 09: 23.19% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Sub-Chapter 0901

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Ch. 09 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Ch. 09 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 3,671.78 | 0.1600% | — | 16.44% | 870.25 | 0.0242% | — | 17.28% | +2,801.53 | #119 |
| FY 2019-20 | 3,290.06 | 0.1490% | −10.40% | 14.07% | 861.58 | 0.0257% | −1.00% | 15.59% | +2,428.48 | #125 |
| FY 2020-21 | 3,492.73 | 0.1624% | +6.16% | 12.08% | 778.17 | 0.0267% | −9.68% | 13.18% | +2,714.56 | #128 |
| FY 2021-22 | 5,254.17 | 0.1674% | +50.43% | 17.77% | 978.54 | 0.0214% | +25.75% | 13.92% | +4,275.63 | #109 |
| FY 2022-23 | 6,008.22 | 0.1659% | +14.35% | 18.02% | 1,679.83 | 0.0292% | +71.67% | 21.71% | +4,328.39 | #108 |
| FY 2023-24 | 6,812.33 | 0.1883% | +13.38% | 17.37% | 1,590.12 | 0.0283% | −5.34% | 16.91% | +5,222.21 | #95 |
| FY 2024-25 | 10,537.40 | 0.2845% | +54.68% | 23.19% | 2,239.89 | 0.0367% | +40.86% | 19.78% | +8,297.51 | #60 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 19.21%/yr, imports 17.07%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 19.21% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 have grown at a compound annual rate of 19.21% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹3,671.78 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹10,537.40 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 ranked #60 among all 1233 sub-chapters by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 ranks #60 out of 1233 sub-chapters by total export value. Within Chapter 09, it ranks #2 of 10. By trade surplus, it ranks #39 of 1233.

### FY 2024-25 was the strongest growth year for HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 54.68% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹8,297.51 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹10,537.40 Cr exceeded imports of ₹2,239.89 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹8,297.51 Crore — ranking #39 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 17.07% CAGR signals rising demand for Coffee & coffee substitutes

India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 have grown at 17.07% CAGR, reaching ₹2,239.89 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 contributes 23.19% of Chapter 09 exports — ranked #2

Among the 10 sub-chapters under Chapter 09, HSN Sub-Chapter 0901 ranks #2 by export value — accounting for 23.19% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 19.78% share (rank #2).

## Related Sub-Chapters in Chapter 09

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Sub-Chapter | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0904: Pepper & spices](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0904/) | ₹11,757 Cr |
| #2 | HSN Sub-Chapter 0901: Coffee & coffee substitutes (this hsn sub-chapter) | ₹10,537 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0909: Pulleys & hoists](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0909/) | ₹7,599 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0902: Tea, flavoured or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0902/) | ₹7,040 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0910: Prepared aquatic invertebrates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0910/) | ₹6,202 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0908: Nutmeg, mace & cardamoms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0908/) | ₹2,052 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0906: Cinnamon & cinnamon-tree flowers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0906/) | ₹124 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0907: Cloves](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0907/) | ₹106 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0905: Vanilla](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0905/) | ₹15 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Sub-Chapter 0903: Mate](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0903/) | < ₹1 Crore |

## Other sub-chapters

| Code | Title |
| --- | --- |
| 0902 | [Tea, flavoured or not](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0902/) |
| 0903 | [Mate](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0903/) |
| 0904 | [Pepper & spices](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0904/) |
| 0905 | [Vanilla](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0905/) |
| 0906 | [Cinnamon & cinnamon-tree flowers](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0906/) |
| 0907 | [Cloves](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0907/) |
| 0908 | [Nutmeg, mace & cardamoms](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0908/) |
| 0909 | [Pulleys & hoists](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0909/) |
| 0910 | [Prepared aquatic invertebrates](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-0910/) |