HS Code:
Vacuum coffee servers with a lining of stainless steel, a plastic exterior, a top carrying handle, a see-through contents window, and a brew-through lid, with a capacity over 2 liters, fall under HS Code 9617.00.40. These products are typically used in commercial settings such as cafes, restaurants, and catering services, as well as in households for serving and storing large quantities of coffee or other hot beverages. The stainless steel lining ensures thermal insulation, while the plastic exterior provides durability and ease of handling. These servers are designed for convenience, with features like the brew-through lid allowing direct brewing into the container.
Total Trade Volume
USD 45 million
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
Average Rate
6.5%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for commercial coffee equipment
Increased imports in hospitality-driven economies due to growth in cafe culture and tourism
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable materials
Manufacturers are exploring eco-friendly plastics and recyclable materials, influencing production costs and trade dynamics
2022
Growth in e-commerce for kitchenware
Direct-to-consumer sales are boosting trade volumes, especially for smaller exporters
2020-2022
The EU introduced stricter regulations on materials used in food-contact products, including vacuum coffee servers, requiring compliance with updated chemical safety standards.
January 2023
Manufacturers exporting to the EU may face higher compliance costs, potentially affecting trade volumes in the short term.
A recent phase of the US-China trade agreement reduced tariffs on certain kitchenware products, including vacuum coffee servers, fostering increased exports from China to the US.
March 2023
This is expected to boost trade volume from China, maintaining its dominant position in the market.
Leading manufacturers in Japan and Germany have introduced advanced vacuum insulation technologies, improving the efficiency and appeal of coffee servers.
June 2023
This innovation may drive higher demand for premium products, benefiting exporters from these countries.