Coffee; roasted, decaffeinated

HS code 090122 covers roasted, decaffeinated coffee, a crucial commodity in the global food and beverage industry. Coffee is one of the most widely traded agricultural products, with significant economic and social impact, particularly in producing countries. The decaffeinated coffee segment caters to health-conscious consumers seeking the flavor and aroma of coffee without the stimulant effects of caffeine.

The production of roasted, decaffeinated coffee involves several key steps. First, green coffee beans are sourced from major producing regions, such as 090111 Coffee, not roasted, not decaffeinated and 090112 Coffee, not roasted, decaffeinated. The beans are then decaffeinated using various methods, such as chemical solvents or carbon dioxide extraction, to remove the caffeine content. Finally, the decaffeinated beans are roasted at high temperatures to develop the desired flavor profile and aroma.

The main inputs required for the production of roasted, decaffeinated coffee include the green coffee beans, decaffeination equipment, and roasting machinery. Additionally, energy sources, such as electricity or natural gas, are needed to power the production facilities. Skilled labor, including coffee growers, processing technicians, and roasters, is also a crucial input for this industry.

The primary output of HS code 090122 is roasted, decaffeinated coffee, which is then packaged and distributed for retail and commercial consumption. This product is often used as an ingredient in various food and beverage applications, such as 210111 Coffee, tea, maté and spices, 210112 Coffee and tea extracts, and 210120 Homogenized composite food preparations. The decaffeinated coffee segment also serves as an input for the production of 220110 Waters, including mineral waters and aerated waters, with added sugar, sweetening matter or flavoured, 220190 Non-alcoholic beverages, not elsewhere specified or included, and other related products.