HS Code:
Insulated coffee servers with an exterior of stainless steel and a vacuum liner of glass, featuring a hinged brew-through lid with push-button dispensing, and a capacity over 2 liters, fall under HS Code 9617.00.40. These products are primarily used in commercial settings such as offices, hotels, and catering services, as well as in households for maintaining the temperature of beverages over extended periods. The stainless steel exterior provides durability and a premium aesthetic, while the glass vacuum liner ensures effective thermal insulation. The push-button dispensing mechanism and brew-through lid add convenience for users, making these servers popular in both developed and emerging markets.
Total Trade Volume
USD 150 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
Average Rate
5.5%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA or EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for eco-friendly and sustainable materials
Manufacturers are increasingly adopting recyclable materials and promoting energy-efficient thermal insulation, driving consumer preference and regulatory compliance in markets like the EU and North America.
2021-2023
Growth in commercial hospitality sector
Increased demand from hotels, restaurants, and catering services post-COVID recovery has boosted trade volumes, particularly in Asia-Pacific and North America.
2022-2023
Shift towards premium and smart designs
Innovations like temperature indicators and enhanced dispensing mechanisms are creating a niche market for high-end insulated coffee servers, especially in developed economies.
2020-2023
The European Union introduced updated REACH regulations requiring stricter testing of glass and stainless steel components in insulated coffee servers to ensure no harmful chemical leaching.
June 2023
Exporters to the EU, particularly from China and other Asian countries, face higher compliance costs, potentially reducing short-term trade volumes but improving product safety perceptions.
A recent amendment in the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain kitchenware items, including insulated coffee servers under HS 9617.00.40, from 7.5% to 4%.
March 2023
This reduction is expected to increase imports from China to the US, strengthening China's position as the leading exporter in this category.
Leading manufacturers in Japan and Germany unveiled new vacuum insulation technologies that extend temperature retention by up to 30%, gaining traction in premium markets.
September 2022
This development is likely to shift consumer preference towards high-end products, benefiting exporters from these countries while challenging lower-cost producers.