Classification
Product TypeRaw Material
Product FormGreen (Unroasted, Dried)
Industry PositionPrimary Agricultural Product
Market
Coffee beans in Jordan are primarily an import-dependent raw material market, with green beans supplied from international origins and used mainly by domestic roasters. Commercial coffee cultivation is not a significant domestic supply source, so market availability and pricing are strongly influenced by import logistics and global coffee price volatility. Shipments typically arrive by sea through the Port of Aqaba and move through customs and food-import controls before delivery to roasters and wholesalers. Market access risk is therefore concentrated in logistics disruption, documentation compliance, and consistent food-safety assurance from origin to roastery.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer market (net importer)
Domestic RoleInputs for domestic roasting, blending, and distribution to retail and foodservice
Risks
Logistics HighRegional maritime security disruptions affecting Red Sea/Suez-linked routing can delay inbound shipments and raise freight/insurance costs for deliveries into Jordan (Aqaba), creating supply gaps for roasters reliant on steady green-bean arrivals.Hold safety stock sized to lead-time risk; diversify origins and shipping schedules; confirm alternative routings and insurance terms with forwarders during disruption periods.
Price Volatility MediumJordan’s import-dependent market is exposed to global coffee price volatility, which can rapidly shift procurement costs and squeeze roaster margins when retail pricing cannot adjust immediately.Use phased purchasing, diversification of origins/grades, and (where feasible) price-risk management via supplier contracts or hedging aligned to procurement policy.
Food Safety MediumQuality and safety risk can arise from poor drying/storage at origin or during transit, increasing the likelihood of defects and contaminant issues (including mycotoxin risk in improperly handled lots).Require supplier COAs and corrective-action processes; audit storage and container-loading practices; implement intake inspection and targeted testing based on risk.
Regulatory Compliance MediumDocument mismatches (e.g., HS code, origin declarations, shipment documents) or unmet import-clearance steps can lead to clearance delays, added storage costs, or shipment holds.Run a pre-shipment document checklist aligned to Jordan Customs and JFDA requirements; align invoice/packing list/COO and shipment identifiers before dispatch.
Labor & Social- Origin-country labor due diligence may be required by some Jordan buyers and multinational customer programs because parts of the global coffee sector have documented risks of child labor and poor working conditions in certain producing regions.
FAQ
Is Jordan a producer or an importer of coffee beans?Jordan is primarily an import-dependent market for coffee beans; green beans are brought in from international origins and used mainly by domestic roasters for local consumption.
What is the typical logistics pathway for green coffee beans entering Jordan?Green coffee beans are commonly shipped by sea and enter through the Port of Aqaba, then move through customs and food-import clearance steps before being delivered to roasters and wholesalers.