HS Code 0902
Black and Green Tea
HS code 0902 is the global standard for green and black tea, whether flavoured or plain, packaged for retail or in bulk quantities for wholesale.
4-digit Section IIFCL
HS Code 0902 — Black and Green Tea
This code covers all varieties of true tea from the Camellia sinensis plant. It is primarily divided by whether the tea is fermented (black) or unfermented (green) and by the weight of the packaging.
What's included
- Green tea (unfermented)
- Black tea (fermented)
- Oolong tea (partially fermented)
- Flavoured tea (e.g., Earl Grey)
- Tea bags
What's excluded
- Herbal infusions (Chamomile, Mint) → use
1211(Herbal 'teas' not containing Camellia sinensis are botanical plants.) - Iced tea beverages → use
2202(Liquid ready-to-drink tea is classified as a beverage.)
Common examples
- Japanese Matcha green tea powder
- Assam black tea in 20kg chests
- Box of 50 English Breakfast tea bags
- Jasmine scented green tea
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between green and black tea codes?
The codes are split based on fermentation: 0902.10/20 for green and 0902.30/40 for black/oolong.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 10%
- Documentation: Phytosanitary certificate usually mandatory. Some countries require pesticide residue testing.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Kenya, Sri Lanka
- Top importers: Pakistan, Russia, United States
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Key takeaway
Covers all 'true' teas; verify if a product is a herbal infusion or real tea before using this code.
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