Classification
Product TypeIngredient
Product FormExtract / Concentrate (powder, granules, or liquid concentrate)
Industry PositionFood Ingredient / Beverage Ingredient
Market
Coffee extract preparations (HS 2101.11/2101.12 category) in Georgia are primarily supplied via imports and distributed through retail, cafés, and foodservice channels. Georgia’s broader coffee market has shown rising import values and a rapidly evolving café and specialty coffee scene, centered in Tbilisi, which supports demand for both ready-to-consume coffee products and coffee-based ingredients. Local coffee-sector activity includes industrial roasting and a growing ecosystem of cafés, roasters, and online specialty retail platforms, but segment-specific public statistics for coffee extract preparations were not identified in this record. The most material commercial constraint for this product in Georgia is exposure to global coffee supply shocks and price volatility that flow through to extracts and preparations.
Market RoleImport-dependent consumer and foodservice market
Domestic RoleCoffee extract preparations are used as retail coffee products (e.g., soluble/instant formats) and as inputs for beverage and foodservice preparation; domestic manufacturing scale is not established in publicly cited sources for this record.
Market GrowthMixed (recent years (context from broader coffee import and café-market reporting))broader coffee-market expansion alongside heightened price volatility
SeasonalityShelf-stable product availability is generally year-round; supply tightness is driven more by global coffee market conditions than by local seasonality.
Specification
Physical Attributes- Powder or granulated soluble coffee (hygroscopic; moisture-sensitive)
- Liquid coffee extract/concentrate (bulk or foodservice formats)
Compositional Metrics- Coffee solids / concentration (Brix or equivalent specification for liquid concentrates)
- Moisture content (for powders/granules)
- Caffeine content (where specified, including decaffeinated variants)
Grades- Spray-dried vs freeze-dried instant coffee
- Decaffeinated vs regular
- Flavored or blended preparations (often under HS 210112 depending on formulation)
Packaging- Retail jars, tins, and sachets
- Foodservice and industrial packs (multi-kg bags, pails, drums for concentrates)
Supply Chain
Value Chain- Overseas manufacturer/exporter → international freight → customs import declaration (Revenue Service) → non-tariff food safety control as applicable (National Food Agency / competent authorities) → importer warehousing → distribution to retail/cafés/foodservice
Temperature- Typically ambient, dry storage; protect powders/granules from humidity and heat to prevent caking and aroma loss
- Liquid concentrates may require manufacturer-specified storage conditions (data gap for Georgia-specific norms)
Atmosphere Control- Oxygen and moisture barrier packaging supports aroma retention and shelf stability (especially for soluble coffee)
Shelf Life- Shelf-life is generally long for sealed soluble coffee and concentrates; once opened, quality is sensitive to moisture/oxidation and handling discipline
Freight IntensityLow
Transport ModeMultimodal
Risks
Price And Supply HighGeorgia’s coffee sector has been reported as exposed to global coffee supply shortages and price spikes (e.g., disruptions in major producing countries and higher logistics/regulatory costs), which can materially increase costs and disrupt procurement for coffee extract preparations and coffee-based products sold domestically.Diversify suppliers and origins, use forward contracts where feasible, and maintain safety stock for high-rotation SKUs during periods of global coffee price stress.
Regulatory Compliance MediumFood imports can face non-tariff controls and food safety oversight; non-compliance (e.g., documentation or product conformity issues) can lead to delays, enforcement actions, or market withdrawals.Align product specs and documentation to importer compliance checklists; confirm food safety control expectations with the National Food Agency and competent authorities before shipment.
Documentation Gap MediumMissing or inconsistent customs documentation (invoice, transport documents, and any required certificates/permits) can delay clearance or require corrective filings during import procedures.Run a pre-shipment document audit against Revenue Service guidance (invoice + transport docs + any non-tariff documents) and ensure HS code classification consistency across documents.
Logistics MediumWhile coffee extracts are relatively value-dense, global freight disruption can still raise landed costs and extend lead times into Georgia, amplifying volatility already driven by upstream coffee market shocks.Hold contingency inventory for core items and maintain alternative routing/forwarder options for multimodal shipments.
Sustainability- Climate-driven upstream supply instability in major coffee-origin countries can tighten availability and increase costs for coffee-based ingredients and preparations supplied to Georgia.
Standards- HACCP-based food safety management is commonly requested in food ingredient supply chains (verify buyer requirements per channel).
- ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000 certification may be requested for industrial/foodservice supply (data gap for Georgia-specific prevalence).
FAQ
Which HS code heading covers coffee extract preparations for trade classification reference?HS heading 2101 covers extracts, essences and concentrates of coffee (and related preparations). Within HS 2017, subheadings include 210111 (coffee extracts/essences/concentrates) and 210112 (preparations with a basis of coffee or coffee extracts).
Which Georgian authorities are most relevant for importing coffee extract preparations?Customs procedures and declarations are handled through the Revenue Service of Georgia (including declaration workflows and HS-code tools). Food safety oversight for food products is handled by Georgia’s National Food Agency, which also publishes enforcement and control information.
Where can an importer check Georgia’s duty rates and document requirements by HS code?The Revenue Service provides an HS Codes search module that is designed to show import duty/VAT/excise treatment and the documents required for customs procedures and re-export, as well as origin-based duty exemptions under free trade agreements.