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BrazilCoffee (Green, Roasted, Instant)2026 Rates

US Tariff on Coffee from Brazil 2026

Green coffee (HTS 0901.11) from Brazil enters the United States duty-free at 0% MFN. The US eliminated tariffs on green coffee under GATT/WTO agreements. Roasted coffee (HTS 0901.21) faces a low specific rate of 1.67 cents/kg. Instant coffee (HTS 2101.11) faces 1.8 cents/kg. Brazil is not subject to any Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs for coffee.

Key figures at a glance
Product
Coffee (Green, Roasted, Instant)
Origin country
Brazil
Typical buyer
Coffee importers, roasters, specialty coffee buyers
HTS hint
HTS 0901.11 (green coffee, not decaf), 0901.12 (green decaf), 0901.21 (roasted, not decaf), 0901.22 (roasted decaf)
HTS classification & lookup

Applicable HTS range: HTS 0901.11 (green coffee, not decaf), 0901.12 (green decaf), 0901.21 (roasted, not decaf), 0901.22 (roasted decaf)

Coffee duties are specific (per kilogram) rather than ad valorem (percentage of value). The calculator applies the per-kg rate to your declared net weight, not the invoice value.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule, 2026 Revision 2 — hts.usitc.gov

Compliance risk notes
  • 1FDA registration and prior notice are required for all food imports, including coffee — failure to file prior notice can result in detention and refusal of entry.
  • 2Organic certification claims on coffee require USDA NOP accreditation of the certifying body — not all Brazilian certifiers are NOP-accredited.
  • 3Pesticide residue limits (Maximum Residue Levels / MRLs) are enforced by FDA at entry — Brazilian coffee with elevated pesticide residues has historically triggered detentions.
  • 4Coffee futures pricing creates commodity market exposure; the tariff cost is minimal, but currency fluctuation (BRL/USD) and commodity prices are the major cost variables.
  • 5IPR / trademark issues: 'single origin Brazil' or regional denomination claims (e.g., Cerrado Mineiro) should be verified — Brazilian PDOs are recognized under Brazilian law but may not restrict US imports.
FAQ: What is the tariff on coffee imported from Brazil?

Is Brazilian coffee subject to any import quotas in the United States?

No. The US maintains no import quotas on coffee from any country. The International Coffee Agreement no longer has an export quota mechanism. Coffee enters freely from Brazil subject only to the 0% duty rate and FDA regulatory requirements.

What paperwork is required to import coffee from Brazil into the US?

Required documents include: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or airway bill, FDA Prior Notice (electronic, filed before arrival), FDA Food Facility Registration (Brazilian exporter/processor), phytosanitary certificate (required for green coffee), and a certificate of origin if claiming any trade preference.

Do I need a coffee broker or can I import directly from Brazilian farms?

You can import directly — no broker is legally required. However, US Customs and FDA compliance is the importer of record's responsibility. First-time importers typically use a licensed customs broker. The minimum formal entry threshold is shipments valued above $2,500.

Calculate your exact landed cost

This page provides a research overview. For a precise tariff breakdown — including Section 301, Section 232, antidumping, and Merchandise Processing Fee — use the full calculator with your exact HTS code and shipment value.

Disclaimer: Informational estimates based on USITC HTS data, USTR Section 301 schedules, and public CBP ADD/CVD records as of 2026. Not legal or customs brokerage advice.

Verify all rates with a licensed customs broker before making import decisions.