I. Coffee BeansExport Agent ServicesBasic Process

The complete green-bean export workflow consists of five core stages:

• Qualification Preparation Phase: Obtain the food export registration certificate,Origin CertificateBooks, Quality Inspection Report
• Trade negotiation phase: Determine the trade terms (FOB/CIF recommended), payment method, and quality inspection standards
• Customs declaration and inspection stage: Complete customs declaration and phytosanitary treatment (pay attention to the control requirements for the coffee berry borer).
• Logistics execution stage: Choose moisture-proof container shipping; it is recommended to use vacuum packaging combined with desiccant for double protection.
• Settlement?Forex Settlement?Stage: Prepare a full set of customs-clearance documents (including fumigation certificate) and handle foreign-exchange settlement.

II. What special qualifications are required for coffee-bean exports in 2025?

According to the latest "Import and export"Food Safety Management Measures", in addition to routineforeign tradeSpecial attention is required for non-qualification items:

• The validity period of the registration for export food production enterprises is extended to 5 years (New regulation for 2025)
• The EU market must provideUTZ Certificationor Rainforest Alliance certified
• Submission required for the Japanese marketPesticide Residue Self-Inspection Report(involving 286 testing indicators)
• The U.S. FDA has addedElectronic Declaration for Aflatoxin TestingSystem

III. How to Calculate Import Tariffs on Coffee Beans in Different Countries?

Changes in 2025 tariff policies for major export markets:

• European Union：Green beans are duty-free; roasted beans are subject to 7% + €0.16/kg.
• America：General tariff rate is 8.5%, but it can be reduced to 3.2% under the China–US Free Trade Agreement.
• ASEAN countries: Subject to the China-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement tariff rate, raw beans enjoy zero tariff.
• Middle Eastern countries: Note that religious certifications (e.g., Halal food certificates) are required.

IV. Coffee BeansMaritime transportAre there any special precautions?

Recommendations based on 20 years of hands-on experience:

• ChooseThermostatic container(Recommended temperature 18–22 °C, humidity ≤ 65 %)
• Avoid storing with spices or chemicals—coffee beans absorb odors very easily.
• Routes to Central and South America require special precautions against container sweat (use of container desiccant strips is recommended).
• East Africa Route Piracy Risk Surcharge (Somali waters included as of 2025)

V. How to Choose Payment Methods in Emerging Markets?

Based on 2025 international trade payment trends:

• Traditional approach:?L/C?(LC) remains the mainstream, yet the negotiation cycle has been shortened to 15 working days.
• Emerging approaches:Cross-border E-commercePlatform Escrow service adoption has surged by 120%.
• Risk Warning: Exercise caution with DP payment in the Middle East; it is recommended to take out Sinosure coverage.
• Exchange rate hedging: It is recommended to use NDF for a 6-month forward FX hedge.

VI. How to Choose a Reliable Export Agency?

Three core competencies that a professional agency must possess:

• Capability to obtain the dangerous-goods packaging certificate(Coffee beans are classified as Class 9 dangerous goods)
• Full-process traceability system: Visualized tracking from Yunnan plantations to overseas warehouses
• Emergency response network: Major ports are staffed with in-house customs clearance teams.
• It is recommended to conduct an on-site inspection of the distributor.Temperature-controlled warehousing facilitiesAndPest control system

VII. What are the common misconceptions about coffee-bean exports?

Industry pitfalls revealed by recent typical cases:

• The Pitfall of Competing on Low Prices: A company had its goods rejected by the EU for using non-food-grade packaging, resulting in a loss of $120,000.
• Risk of certification expiration: Organic certification must be renewed annually in 2025; failure to do so will incur a penalty of three times the fee.
• Incorrect specification declaration：Green beans/roasted beans have different HS codes (0901 vs 0902)
• Misjudgment of logistics lead time: Rerouting Red Sea vessels around the Cape of Good Hope adds 18 days to the voyage.

VIII. How to Seize the 2025 Green-Coffee Export Trend?

Provide recommendations based on the latest industry data:

• Global demand for specialty coffee has grown by 23%; development is recommended.Micro-batch Customization Service
• Carbon-neutral transportation is becoming the new trend and can provideCarbon Footprint Certification ReportObtain a premium
• Emerging-market opportunities: Vietnam (41 % annual growth), Poland (Central-European transshipment hub)
• Technology upgrade direction: blockchain traceability systems can increase the closing rate by 12%.

Special reminder:Starting January 2025, the EU will enforce the new food-contact materials regulation (EU) 2024/1852, tripling the migration testing standards for coffee packaging materials; pre-export compliance checks are advised.