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HS Heading 2101 : Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 2101 encompasses extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof. It classifies 4 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 21 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 21

Heading

2101

Subheadings

4 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 2101

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
2101.11	Extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee, Extracts, essences and concentrates	21	View 2101.11 Package →
2101.12	Extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee, Preparations with a basis of extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of coffee	21	View 2101.12 Package →
2101.20	Extracts, essences and concentrates, of tea or maté, and preparations with a basis of these extracts, essences or concentrates or with a basis of tea or maté	21	View 2101.20 Package →
2101.30	Roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof	21	View 2101.30 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 2101

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 2101 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 2101 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 2101 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 2101?

HS Heading 2101 covers Extracts, essences and concentrates, of coffee, tea or maté and preparations with a basis of these products or with a basis of coffee, tea or maté; roasted chicory and other roasted coffee substitutes, and extracts, essences and concentrates thereof, grouping 4 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 2101?

Subheadings under Heading 2101 range from 2101.11 to 2101.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 2101?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 2101 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 2101?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 2101?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 2101?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 2101 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 2101?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 2101?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 2101?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.