The Process of Exporting Green-Bean Coffee from Indonesia

Indonesia stands out as a major global coffee producer, highly regarded for its significant exports of premium unroasted green coffee beans. This achievement is largely attributed to the country's rich volcanic soil and perfect climate. Exporting Indonesian green-bean coffee involves a structured process, encompassing key stages such as sourcing, quality control, documentation, and international shipping. Each of these phases will be elaborated on this article.

The following outlines the end-to-end coffee export stages:

1. Procurement and Quality Control

   • Determine the coffee's origin (e.g., Gayo, Toraja, Kintamani, etc.).
   • Conduct cupping tests and quality grading according to buyer standards.
   • Complete necessary quality certifications (organic, fair trade, Rainforest Alliance, etc.).

2. Licensing and Export Documents

   Key documents that need to be prepared include:

   • NIB (Nomor Induk Berusaha)
   • SIUP (Surat Izin Usaha Perdagangan)
   • SNI (Sertifikat Standar Nasional Indonesia)
   • SKA (Surat Keterangan Asal)
   • PEB (Pemberitahuan Ekspor Barang)
   • Phytosanitary Certificate
   • SKI (Sertifikat Mutu Kopi)

   ZendEase Indonesia assists in managing all these documents in an integrated manner.

3. Packaging and Labeling

   • Green coffee beans are typically packed in GrainPro bags (20 kg per bag).
   • Labels must include important information such as: coffee origin, harvest date, grade, and certifications.

4. Customs Procedures

   • Determine the HS code (e.g., 0901.11 for unroasted coffee, not decaffeinated).
   • Ensure compliance with INATRADE regulations and Customs provisions.

5. Shipping and Logistics

   • Determine shipping methods and incoterms (FOB, CIF, DDP).
   • Arrange shipments through major ports such as Tanjung Priok (Jakarta).

Conclusion

Indonesian coffee exports represent a significant opportunity that should not be missed, but it requires the right strategy and knowledge. With assistance from ZendEase Indonesia, you do not have to navigate the complex process alone. We are ready to be your export partner across the entire supply chain.